Mindfulness in Education Summer Institute Wednesday, June 28, 2017 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Webster Elementary

Featured Speakers:

Dr. Philip D. Zelazo, Institute of Child Development, University of Minnesota

Mindfulness and Reflection Training in Young Children: Foundations for Learning and Adaptation

 

Dr. Michael Yellow Bird, Sociology, North Dakota State University

Mindfulness, Neuroplasticity, and the Science of Traditional Indigenous Contemplative Practices

Register here!

Stressors such as shrinking budgets, increased class sizes, teacher attrition and burnout combined with large numbers of students who have experienced trauma call attention to the pressing need for innovations that promote wellbeing in school communities. The Center for Spirituality & Healing’s Mindfulness in Education Summer Institute brings together researchers and educators for three days of professional learning and discussion on mindfulness research and research-informed practices to address the urgent needs in schools.

The summer institute is open to educators and education leaders regardless of experience with mindfulness. The institute has suggested program schedules for educators that are new to mindfulness, more experienced mindfulness practitioners who wish to explore education applications and programs, and education leaders interested in integrating mindfulness programs within their schools.

Please contact Desirae Hammond at hammo200@umn.edu for more information. Presented by the University of Minnesota’s Center for Spirituality and Healing.