In this interactive professional development session, educators will explore the concept of emotional poverty and its impact on students' learning and behavior. Drawing on Ruby Payne’s insights, participants will gain practical strategies to build emotional capital in their classrooms, foster stronger student-teacher relationships, and implement trauma-informed practices. Join us for an engaging session designed to equip you with tools to support all students, regardless of their background, in reaching their full potential—emotionally and academically.
In this interactive professional development session, educators will explore the concept of emotional poverty and its impact on students' learning and behavior. Drawing on Ruby Payne’s insights, participants will gain practical strategies to build emotional capital in their classrooms, foster stronger student-teacher relationships, and implement trauma-informed practices. Join us for an engaging session designed to equip you with tools to support all students, regardless of their background, in reaching their full potential—emotionally and academically.
In this wellness session, we will explore practical strategies to boost resilience, recharge energy, and power-up overall wellbeing—so you feel “super” ready to take on the next school year.
This training equips teachers with practical tools to introduce mindfulness, simple stretching, and guided imagery to students, fostering emotional regulation and enhancing classroom behavior. Designed for both educators and students, these techniques are easy to incorporate at the start of the school year and at the beginning of the year and at the beginning of each class, setting a positive intention. By taking just a few minutes each day, teachers can create a calm, focused environment that benefits students’ emotional well-being and academic success. These lifelong skills can be used anytime, empowering both students and adults to manage stress and improve overall wellness.
From grading papers to planning lessons and answering emails—teachers wear a lot of hats. In this energizing session, we’ll explore realistic, teacher-tested strategies to help you manage your time without burning out. Learn how to prioritize what matters most, streamline your workflow, and set boundaries that protect your energy. Walk away with tools and tips you can apply right away to bring more balance, focus, and peace to your day.
Hi my name is Michelle Yates I have been in education for 30 years. I am currently the Science Curriculum Coordinator at Aledo ISD. I love science and love learning new things. Throughout my career, I have taught littles from prekindergarten all the way through Seniors in high school... Read More →
