This site is managed by a La Crosse Area Synod committee.
What's a Learning Lab?
The congregations and camps engaged in this first phase (contextual exploring and experimenting) of the Engaging Children Initiative. In 2026 we will expand the project to include additional cohort groups. Reach out to any of our ECI staff for more information!
Worksheets & resources from the Engaging Children Initiative Team
Items you may need for an upcoming Learning Lab meeting
Stay Tuned for Upcoming Dream Team Meetings & Learning Lab Collaborative Conversations!
💬 Child Engagement Survey Results & Insights
Check back for the latest insights from our Parent and Caregiver Survey data! Sacred Playgrounds is working hard to analyze the data you all shared to provide insights regarding Child Engagement practices in our area!
Study Aids—Book Study:
Pulling Together: a Handbook for Community Change
🔗 Looking to purchase the book? Find it at ACTA or Amazon.
🔗 Pulling Together: A Handbook for Community Change Worksheet (Ch. 1 -3)
🔗 Pulling Together: A Handbook for Community Change Worksheet (Ch. 4-7)
Additional Resources
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💻 Tools & Support - Tech Equipping Day
💡 Ideas from our Learning Lab Participants & Community Events:
🖍️ Bonus! What's in the ECI Library?
Any resources or ideas you want to share?
Send them to us!
Send an email to
engagingchildren@lacrosseareasynod.org.