WORKSHOPS
Cindy’s workshops are interactive and engaging, designed to give practical research-based strategies that can be easily implemented in order to create optimal learning environments and increase student learning. All workshops can be designed to meet the individual needs of each client. Some of her most popular topics include:
Creating Trauma-informed Classrooms
Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Learning
Strategies for Teaching Students Impacted by Trauma
Creating and Implementing Cool Down Kits - Teaching Self-regulation
Mirrors, Windows, and Doors: Using Picture Books to Teach Resilience
Growth Mindset and The Effective Teacher - A Series for Professional Learning
Overview: Cultivating a Growth Mindset for Successful Learning
The Effective Teacher: Building a Positive Learning Environment
The Effective Teacher: Feedback That Moves Students Forward
The Effective Teacher: Instruction for Deep Learning
The Effective Teacher: Planning for Student Growth
The Effective Teacher: The Art of Reflection
Teaching With a Wide Angle Lens: Strategies for Successful Classrooms
Being Proactive Rather Than Reactive
Cultivating a Positive Classroom Culture
Integrating Social & Emotional Skills Throughout the School Day
Strategies for Responding Effectively to Challenging Behavior
Teaching Growth Mindset Through Picture Books
Effective Instruction
Socratic Circles: Getting to the Heart of Learning
Differentiating Instruction for All Learners
Advancing Advanced Learners
Questioning for Deeper Thinking
Literacy
Text-Dependent Analysis: A Blueprint for Success
Creating a Culture of Literacy
Understanding Close Reading
Optimizing Literacy Instruction - Organizing and Managing Reading & Writing Workshops
Effective Instruction and Intervention Strategies for Literacy
A Novel Idea...Using Picture Books to Cultivate a Growth Mindset
A Novel Idea...Using Picture Books to Teach Diversity and Inclusion
Oral Language: The Foundation of Literacy
Increasing Meaningful Conversations in the Classroom
Integrating Literacy Across the Content Areas
Web 2.0 Tools for Literacy
Professional Learning
The Power of PLCs
Learning Strategy Walks - The Secret to Collaborative Learning & Growth
Partnering With Families: A Team Approach to Problem Solving
Effective Strategies for Para Educators - Series
Parents
Parenting With a Wide Angle Lens
Positive Discipline Strategies for Parents - Series
Nurturing a Growth Mindset in Your Children
Growing a Reader
How Parents Can Help Struggling Readers
Transforming Homework Hassles into Learning Opportunities
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