Join one of our professional development webinars to explore relevant topics in the field today. Need implementation support? Access an interactive online training session to guide your journey with Inspire. Together, these monthly resources will help you provide an inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students. If you are not able to attend a webinar live, check out our library of on-demand webinars, available anytime.
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February 25 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm (PST) / 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (EST)
Are you new to Inspire Teaching & Learning or looking to refresh your practice? Register for our next interactive training webinar. This hour-long session includes a tour of the Online Learning Portal, an overview of our 70+ professional development modules, and an introduction to the two pathways: Building Teaching Practice and Developing SEL Capacity. Take this opportunity to enrich your Inspire implementation with additional resources and insights provided by a knowledgeable instructor. Participants receive certificate of completion following the live online training webinar.
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March 24 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm (PST) / 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (EST)
As we prepare to celebrate international #SELday, we invite you to join us for our next one-hour, no-cost webinar. Dr. Tish Jennings, Professor of Education at the University of Virginia, will moderate a panel with our award-winning teachers to share the importance of SEL for educators and the ways in which the pandemic and social unrest in our communities have influenced educator well-being.
Presented by: Dr. Tish Jennings, Professor of Education, University of Virginia
Panelists:
Thursday, February 18, 2021
In this one hour, no-cost webinar, educator and trainer Christiana Frank will share how Applied Improvisation tools positively impact students who have experienced trauma or need support in social-emotional skills.
Presented by: Christiana Frank, Consultant, Trainer, Speaker
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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
As we look ahead in our telescope, we see a new way of interacting on the horizon. A way of interacting that takes our learning, our growth, our pain, our loss, and our healing into account. In this one hour, no-cost webinar, join moderator Dr. Nick Yoder in a discussion with SEL expert practitioners about what they see in the 2021 SEL telescope.
Presented by: Dr. Nick Yoder, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Harmony SEL
Panelists:
- Janna Moyer, SEL Specialist, Washoe
- Dr. Simyka Carlton SEL Coordinator, Nashville
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Stanford Lead Researcher Dr. Victor Carrion will discuss the neuroscience of stress and anxiety and the impact on children and educators. Ms. Chi Kim will share the benefits of integrating mindfulness and yoga to reduce stress, improve focus and support social and emotional development. Please join this webinar to learn about the biological impact of stress and tips for healthy stress management. Presented by: Dr. Victor Carrion, Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Stanford Chi Kim, CEO of Pure Edge, Inc, and CASEL Board of Directors
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Join award-winning arts teacher Jonathan Juravich, as he shares how visual art experiences can prompt important SEL discussions, SEL can lead to rich art-making experiences for students and visual art experiences can lead to community building. Presented by: Jonathan Juravich
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
In this webinar, we'll discuss the power of making social-emotional connections with families; consider ways to be intentional in planning for a “new normal” with family engagement and identify specific actions to facilitate authentic and ongoing family partnerships. Presented by: Dr. Mary Conage, Director of Special Projects, University of Florida
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
This five-part webinar series for educational leaders will address strategies for trauma response to meet the social and emotional needs of students, staff, and communities.
Founded in 2005, the National Center for Urban School Transformation (NCUST) is dedicated to helping urban school districts and their partners transform urban schools into spaces where all students achieve academic proficiency, demonstrate a love of learning, and graduate well prepared to succeed in post-secondary education, the workplace and their communities.
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Panelists: Linda Darling Hammond, Doug Fisher and Tyrone Howard
Moderator: Jackie Jodl
How to be an inspiring educator while facing challenges related to historic and current inequity, new procedures required for the reopening of schools, and the need for distance and blended instruction.
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
In this webinar, you'll learn the purpose behind Social-Emotional Learning, why it is critical, how STEM is integrated and how to get started. Presented by: Michael Soskil, Author, Teacher, Speaker, 2016 Global Teacher Prize Top 10
Thursday, May 21, 2020
In this webinar, you'll receive various tools, tips and advice for teaching and emotional learning during Covid-19.
Presented by: Dorina Sachman-Ebuwa, 2014 Florida Teacher of the Year and Top-4 Finalist, National Teacher of the Year
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
On May 12, Dr. Hammond shared insights and strategies for supporting the whole child and their families as a unique educator during the COVID-19 pandemic. Presented by: Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
In this webinar, you'll learn practical ways to support, understand, and build connections in your multi-cultural classroom using digital tools either in the classroom or in remote learning settings. Presented by: Leah Juelke, 2019 North Dakota Teacher Award State Winner
Thursday, February 20, 2020
In this webinar, you'll learn to transform the way you think about emotions in the classroom. Dr. Marc Brackett will share his groundbreaking research and show how educators who understand the power and science of emotions can better support students. Presented by: Dr. Marc Brackett, Founding Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
In this webinar, Tom Whisinnand, a.k.a. Mr. Whiz, reflects on how caring learning environments have transformed learning spaces in his classroom and beyond. Mr. Whiz knows teachers are the key to our future. In this engaging presentation, he will inspire educators to continue changing the world. Presented by: Tom Whisinnand, 2019 Grand Prize Teacher Award Winner
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
In this webinar, Dr. McDaniel will inspire you to dream big for all of your students. He will share how the importance of building relationships is the foundation for supporting student success in school and beyond. These relationships will help transform the ordinary to the extraordinary. He will share several case studies of how former students who once struggled became shining stars with his care and high expectations for all in his band class. Join this webinar to be inspired and motivated to support the amazing future of your students! Presenter: Dr. Brian McDaniel, 2018 California Teacher of the Year and 2019 Global Teacher Prize Top Finalist
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
During the webinar, Dr. Conage will share tools to facilitate authentic reflection, intentional planning, and focused action for more equitable academic experiences and achievement outcomes for diverse learners. Presented by: Dr. Mary Conage, Director of Special Projects, University of Florida
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
In this webinar we discuss how to understand how our cups become empty in the first place (even when we've thought we've filled them) and how we, collectively, can work together toward developing effective self-care strategies that are both meaningful and manageable. Presented by: Elizabeth Cook, Senior National Advisor for Social Emotional Health, Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Thursday, August 08, 2019
This 15-minute webinar provides practical strategies and the following key takeaways: Communication techniques that will help foster a strong home/school relationship.Innovative ways to increase parental participation Presented by: Chelonnda Seroyer, International Teacher Award winner and president of Seroyer Educational Consulting Service.
Thursday, August 01, 2019
This 15-minute webinar provides practical strategies and the following key takeaways:Learn positive interaction techniques within the context of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, as it pertains to student growth and development. Gain student interaction techniques that allow you to provide redirection in a healthy and supportive manner. Presented by: Chelonnda Seroyer, International Teacher Award winner and president of Seroyer Educational Consulting Service.
Thursday, July 25, 2019
This 15-minute webinar provides practical strategies and the following key takeaways: Explore research-based information that supports the need for effective classroom management techniques. Get free resources and learn varied techniques to customize plans for specific classroom management needs. Presented by: Chelonnda Seroyer, International Teacher Award winner and president of Seroyer Educational Consulting Service.
Tuesday, June 18, 2019
During this insightful webinar, 2018 National Teacher of the Year Mandy Manning will share her teaching experience working with students who experienced trauma and extreme hardships. Despite the challenges, Ms. Manning created powerful learning environments with inspirational teaching and strong student connections. Presented by: Mandy Manning, 2018 National Teacher of the Year and English Language Development Teacher, Newcomer Center at Joel E. Ferris High School
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
This webinar will share how understanding your own emotional intelligence can increase teacher resiliency and strengthen student connections. Ms. Sackman-Ebuwa will provide practical strategies that can be immediately implemented, so you can make a positive impact in your classroom right away! Presented by: Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa, Florida Teacher of the Year, National Teacher of the Year Finalist, Boss of B.E.L.I.E.V.E.!®, but a teacher first!
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
During this insightful webinar, You will learn how to connect with students so they feel valued and safe and effectively manage the classroom so you stress less and teach more while you Incorporate creative, engaging teaching strategies into your daily lessons. Presented by: Alex Kajitani 2009 California Teacher of the Year
Thursday, March 28, 2019
Inspire Teaching & Learning’s Strategic Accounts Advisor Veronica Calvo shares ideas about how Inspire supports inspirational teaching with no-cost, research-based programs. Presented by: Veronica Calvo, Strategic Accounts Advisor for Inspire Teaching & Learning
Thursday, February 28, 2019
In this webinar, Karem will share relevant ideas to use in your classroom or site in order to optimize the student voices within your educational community. Presented by: Angela Karem, M.A. Ed., transitional kindergarten teacher at Thurgood Marshall
Tuesday, January 29, 2019
During this webinar, you will learn important information about Harmony SEL’s growth, receive updates about our organization and highlight accomplishments. Become familiar with exciting future initiatives, partnerships, and goals for Harmony SEL. Review how Harmony SEL is developing new tools, assessments, and resources for our users. Presented by: Richie Ressel, Director of Harmony SEL