Thank you for attending When Life Hands You Teenagers!

It was incredible to come together and hear from a variety of speakers focused on the health and well-being of today’s youth. We hope this year's conference provided you with valuable insights and practical tools to help support young people through life’s challenges.

We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for the important work you do to positively impact the teens in your life.

Community: The Antidote to Some of Teens’ Biggest Challenges

Claudia Beeney, Ph.D., M.Ed.
» Founder and Executive Director, House of Shine

What You Think You Know and What You Don’t: Four Critical Tools for Supporting Kids in the Digital Age

Rania Mankarious, M.A., J.D.
» CEO, Crime Stoppers of Houston
» Host, The Balanced Voice Podcast
» Creator, Crime Stoppers Safe School Institute

Understanding and Responding to the Types of Trauma Impacting Today’s Youth

Chelsea Davis, LMSW
» Trauma Trainer, The Women’s Center of Tarrant County

A Soft Place to Land: Helping Teens Through the Rough Spots

Michelle Kinder, M.Ed., LPC
» Chief Mental Health Officer, Tacky Box
» Co-Author, What Teachers Need to Help Students Thrive
» Speaker and Leadership Coach, Embody EQ

Jake Portela
» Student, Fusion Academy

Keturah McCoy
» History Teacher, Fusion Academy

Shauna Barnes
» Mental Health Educator, Grant Halliburton Foundation

If you’re interested in sponsoring the 2024 conference, contact us at 972-744-9790. You can also purchase your sponsorship online or download the Sponsor Form and email it to us. But hurry—sponsorships sell out fast!

Got questions? We can help.

Who should attend this conference?

If you teach, counsel, mentor, live or work with teens, this conference is for you! You'll learn how issues such as anxiety, stress, and depression are affecting teenagers and how you can help.

What is the cost of the conference?

Early Bird registration is May 22 - August 31 and is $75. Beginning September 1, registration is $85.

Do you offer a group discount?

Yes—for groups of five or more! Early Bird group registration is $70 per person. Beginning September 1, registration is $75 per person for groups of five or more.

Can I register using a PO form?

Yes! Download the registration form and return it to the Foundation by emailing or mailing it to 3000 Pegasus Park Drive, Suite 750, Dallas, Texas 75247. Early Bird forms must be postmarked by August 31 to receive the Early Bird discount. We understand payment may come after that date.

Are CEUs offered for attending the conference?

Yes! Participants can receive five hours for social worker, LPC, and LMFT CEUs.

What’s included with registration?

This enlightening conference features three keynote speakers, inspiring TeenED Talks, a delicious continental breakfast, a box lunch, and CEUs. Plus, attendees will also receive an event bag with conference handouts, a printed notepad, sticky notes, ink pen, lanyard name badge, and sponsor materials.

What about sponsor opportunities?

If you’re interested in sponsoring the 2024 conference, contact us at 972-744-9790. You can also purchase your sponsorship online or download the Sponsor Form and email it to us. But hurry—sponsorships sell out fast!

Is the conference in person?

Yes — When Life Hands You Teenagers is only in person! There’s no hybrid option. We look forward to seeing you at this year’s conference at Plano Event Center located at 2000 E Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX 75074.

Is there a virtual option?

No. We do not offer a virtual option. This is an in-person event at Plano Event Center.

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