Learning Opportunities

AUDIENCE: GRADES K-12 TEACHERS, PARENTS, EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS, COACHES, ADMINISTRATORS, DISTRICT LEADERS AND OTHER SCHOOL-BASE STAFF ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND.

In addition to our need to support students who are currently experiencing Mental Health challenges, research is indicating that more focused approaches for teaching Social Emotional Learning (SEL) skills to all students supports academic success. Students do so much better when they can identify what they are feeling, manage their emotions, show empathy and resolve conflicts. Furthermore SEL is important to increase the mental health resiliency we all need for the trauma, losses, stresses and strains that come our way over time.

This day-long workshop will focus on 3 Major Themes:

1. Incorporating SEL in every classroom – Going Beyond Awareness

            Teachers as Human Developers – It has always been the case!

The Research Evidence for SEL impact on Achievement

            SEL Core Competencies for All to Know and to Integrate

            The Power of a Circle – a practical way to teach so much

            More Strategies to Get Going    

2. The Evolutionary Brain

            Understanding Executive Functions to Manage Emotions

            Kids Love this Stuff and can use it effectively

            Readiness to Learn – Factors to consider in every class

            Self Regulation Basics – A revolution for self care and learning

            The Case for Math Well Being / What we can Learn about Anxiety

Physical Activity Imperatives vs Zero Movement Classrooms and Homes

            High Expectations, Empathy, Boundaries and Accommodations   

3. Getting to Happiness – Flourishing

            Positive Psychology Insights

            Connecting to SEL

            Via Character Strengths

            Flourishing versus Languishing

            Strength Strategies for the Classroom