Develop your “toolbox” of habits to intentionally elevate your well-being. Did we mention that the happier you are, the happier your students are?

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Educator Professional Development

COURSE 1: Understanding & Cultivating Well-Being using Positive Psychology

“Positive Psychology is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living” - Peterson, 2008.
Experience some tools of well-being for yourself! Research in the new field of positive psychology shows that we can intentionally increase our opportunities for flourishing. In this course, we introduce and explore the tools of character strengths and Seligman’s PERMA model of well-being. Through independent and group activities you will experience the efficacy of positive psychology concepts such as strengths spotting, savoring, flow, building optimism and resilience, and what it means to flourish. You will leave with tools that you will be able to utilize personally and to help others in your life.

Proposed as eight 60–90-minute engaging and experiential modules. This format can be customized to best accommodate each school’s unique schedule including full-day, half-day, and virtual options.

 

COURSE 2: Creating a Culture of Well-Being in the Classroom using Tools from Positive Psychology

How do we help our students to flourish as we support them in academic performance? Building on the concepts in Course 1, we now share ideas and techniques for how to utilize these skills in a classroom setting. Through working with concepts such as character strengths and resilience, and by exploring research-based definitions of well-being, a new language around student flourishing will be introduced. You will be empowered with a tool-kit to bring positivity, agency, and many other skills into your daily classroom routine in a way that works for you. Exercises range from brief resets to long-term classroom culture shifts. Supporting student well-being results in improved academic performance. “Neither well-being nor academic achievement is sufficient in itself for producing well-rounded human beings” Hargreaves & Shirley, 2022.

Proposed as eight 60–90-minute engaging and experiential modules. This format can be customized to best accommodate each school’s unique schedule including full-day, half-day, and virtual options.

 

Keynote: "What is YOUR Pathway to Well-Being?"

We each have a unique well-being journey. In this keynote, discover the potential of positive psychology and learn about practical tools for cultivating well-being. Join us for this introduction to some core pillars of positive psychology, including self-awareness, character strengths, and Seligman's scientific PERMA model of well-being. Be empowered with innovative strategies and gain insights to support flourishing in your life.

Proposed as a 60-75 minute presentation suitable for large and small groups.

 

Discover & Explore the Power of Character Strengths

Uncover the unique qualities and capabilities that make you the best version of yourself. Through engaging activities and assessments, identify your top strengths and learn how to leverage them for personal growth and well-being. Our goal is for you to understand the practical application of character strengths in various aspects of life, including relationships, work, and personal goals.

Proposed as one 3-hour in-person or virtual workshop or as two 1 1/2-hour virtual workshops.

What educators are saying about PeaceFull Kids programs:

"Thank you! This was one of the first PDs I ever walked away from feeling empowered instead of bogged down."
"I felt empowered to use the information shared right away."
"I loved focusing on ourselves instead of our role in the classroom. After the past couple of years, this felt like a nice shift and gave me time to positively think about my attributes and ideas that I could choose from naturally to trickle down to my daily life within my family and within my classroom as I see fit."
"The presenters were extremely knowledgeable and I believe the content and message is very valuable for others to hear."
"The presentation was interactive; they included multiple examples to explain ideas; very relevant to the real world, not just things that sound good but practical ideas that will work."
"The presenters did a great job of presenting meaningful info. in a way that is hopeful!"
"I liked that they grounded it. This is what it is NOT: Happy all the time."
"Presentation was very well done. Presenters allowed for time to think and discuss the topics throughout. Made it personal."
"The whole idea of Positive Psychology and about not focusing on the negative, but more on the things we can control in our lives. It's a more realistic and practical approach."
"I loved how well organized and prepared they were. You could tell they love what they do."
"Best PD we have had in a long time."
"I think this information is so important because for me I focus on the well being of others such as students, family, friends, and co workers that I often put myself on the back burner so hearing the presenters is a reality check. :)"
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