Join our SEL Coaches from ROE 40, Erin Shook and Kevin McNicholas, for a full day of learning focused on two important aspects of supporting today’s adolescents: understanding the developing teenage brain and building resilience.

The Teenage Brain: Under Construction: Teenagers aren’t just “big kids”; their brains are still under construction. In this session, we’ll explore what makes the developing teenage brain unique, the challenges that come with adolescence, and what research tells us about how teens learn, regulate, connect, and make decisions. Participants will leave with practical ways to create classrooms and schools that better support the developing teenage brain.

A Closer Look at Resilience: We have heard a lot about trauma and its effects on our students and families over the years. During this session, Kevin McNicholas, SEL & Mental Health Coach for ROE 40, will take a deeper look at resiliency—what it really means, how it develops, and how we can help students and families build the skills needed to navigate adversity and thrive.

Attendees will have time for lunch on their own. Registration closes 4-5 days prior to the event date.