Cultivating Healthy Classrooms with Empathy and Connection

Workshop Description

Have you been frustrated managing a classroom with out-of-control behaviors? In this workshop, learn knowledge and skills to cultivate a nurturing and empathetic classroom climate. Participants will walk away with hands-on activities and ideas to promote empathy and connection in the classroom and will gain valuable information on setting up a classroom that promotes community. This presentation is less about managing behavior and more about getting to the heart of what children need by modeling assertiveness and respect and using healthy discipline techniques.

Audience

Professionals working with children, including child-care workers, teachers, aides, counselors, social workers, and other school personnel.

Length

60 minutes

Objectives

After attending this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Describe the importance of a classroom community.

• Model assertiveness and emotional control.

• Recognize what shame looks like as punishment and the effects it can have on a child.