Participants will develop an understanding of motivation theory and developing strategies for building motivation among students. Training Prerequisites: none Contact: (800) 424-9484 | [email protected] All people are born with intrinsic motivation and a natural tendency to seek challenges and opportunities to learn. This tendency operates robustly—under certain conditions. Explore the conditions that encourage intrinsic motivation to grow and thrive. Participants will gain a clear understanding of motivation theory and use it to develop strategies with a special focus on motivating under-resourced students. Use rewards productively to motivate students Develop individualized motivation plans Create positive classroom environments Build relationships of mutual respect Develop goal-directed student behavior, self-efficacy, self-awareness, and autonomy  

Become a facilitator of The R Rules which was designed for use in middle school and beyond to help students build life skills to manage the present and plan for the future. Training Prerequisites: A Framework for Understanding Poverty, Bridges Out of Poverty: Strategies for Professionals and Communities Contact: (800) 424-9484 | [email protected] Sustainable communities need anti-poverty efforts that start early, long before students graduate and begin working. The R Rules gives students in middle and high schools life skills to manage the present and plan for a future where everyone can live well. Learn to facilitate The R Rules over nine weeks, a semester, or as a yearlong course. Your students can only benefit from assessing personal and community resources, developing future stories, and researching postsecondary education options. Aligned with High Schools That Work, GEAR UP, the American School Counselor Association Model, 21st Century Skills, and academic and vocational standards, The R Rules enables each student to design a personal plan for learning, earning, and leading.  

Training Prerequisites: none Contact: (800) 424-9484 | [email protected] Too many Hispanic/Latino students are slipping through the cracks. They continue to face some of the highest dropout rates nationwide—not because of a lack of ability, but because of misunderstandings in the classroom and community. Distinct behaviors are too often misread as disrespect, disinterest, or showing off when in fact it is a reaction to assumptions between both teachers and students. This workshop takes an unflinching look at what’s really happening. It unpacks the unseen factors shaping students’ school experiences and gives educators the tools to address tough issues head-on—with clarity, confidence, and respect. “Hinting” at how to do school doesn’t work. Hope isn’t a strategy. Real change starts when conversations are safe and get honest. Participants will leave with practical strategies to connect more effectively with students and parents and build stronger pathways to success. Presenter: Ruben Perez Rubén G. Perez is a national consultant and has been working in education since 1988. Throughout his career he has worked with students in grades K–12.  His background includes general education, English language learners, curriculum development, dropout prevention, academic outreach in Section 8 housing, behavioral interventions, and organizing summits on race relations. [...]

Academic coaching is the follow-up and support provided to teachers through small group meetings. Training Prerequisites: none Contact: (800) 424-9484 | [email protected] Teachers benefit greatly from follow-up and educational support in small group sessions. Academic coaching assists teachers in embedding the concepts, strategies, and processes from the foundational trainings into their daily practice. Smaller groups facilitated by an aha! Process consultant with expertise in the content area Teachers collaborate to build their knowledge and skills Creates a professional learning community focused on the needs of students This job-embedded professional development provides a highly collegial and collaborative approach to continuous learning.

This workshop prepares individuals to present information from A Framework for Understanding Poverty to individuals in their own organizations. Training Prerequisites: A Framework for Understanding Poverty, Research Based Strategies Contact: (800) 424-9484 | [email protected] People who have experienced A Framework for Understanding Poverty often wonder how they can take the information back to effect change in their own organizations. Trainer certification goes in depth and prepares you to present A Framework for Understanding Poverty and Research-Based Strategies to colleagues and partnering organizations. Tailored instructional techniques and the power of story help trainers share with colleagues using the research and materials included in the facilitator training. As a certified trainer, you will receive monthly trainer tips, online support, free shipping, and discounts on bulk orders. Take your understanding of poverty back to your professional network today.