
SCHOOL MODEL

BPW embraces a holistic, experiential and embodied understanding of SEL. Through our Brain Power 10 curriculum, we approach social-emotional learning not only through the lens of intellectual understanding but through an interconnected perspective that engages our bodies, our hearts, our minds and our brains. Because this system was developed by a classroom teacher, in partnership with thousands of passionate educational leaders, our school model is authentic, comprehensive and deeply personal, touching every member of the school and local community.

This is our fundamental PD series that gives teachers 45 hands-on classroom activities to promote focus, mindfulness and emotional wellness. Includes 3 separate training days held for 45 min-1 hour, access to online materials, material kit (book, posters, exercise cards) and 3 follow-up classroom visits per teacher. [Note: This workshop can be delivered in up to three increments wither with entire staff or in PLCs]
TEACHER WORKSHOPS
Leaders learn to turn-key PD to colleagues, facilitate student leadership programming and run parent seminars. They are our point of contact as we continue visiting them on a bi-monthly basis to help run a vibrant school-wide system. This training is held in upstate NY.
CERTIFIED TEACHER LEADER RETREATS

For your staff who have already taken the Teacher Workshop. We schedule and lead 2 PD sessions during the course of the school year.
These 30-40 minute in-person or live online sessions supplement our PD with 100% self-care for the staff. We teach simple yoga, tai chi and breathing exercises that can be done daily to boost energy, immunity, and improve sleep. We focus on helping the staff release the stress of their work through tangible mind-body tools while creating a safe space for dialogue and healing. We typically start these after our Teacher Workshop PD sessions are completed as a way of continuously supporting the staff.
STAFF WELLNESS

ADVANCED CERTIFIED TEACHER LEADER RETREAT
Trainers are equipped to run a year-long student curriculum, give regular wellness classes to staff members and lead parent workshop series. They can provide class visits, staff refreshers and act as trainers for the Student Leadership Program. Includes regular reinforcement training. This training is held in upstate NY.
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STAFF REFRESHER WORKSHOPS
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