Elevate Conference: Connect, Learn, Grow

The Elevate Conference offers opportunities for teacher professional development by focusing on practical, evidence-based strategies for classroom management and overall school climate. Here’s how it helps:

• The Elevate teacher conference provides an in-depth exploration of the Conscious Discipline framework, its core principles, and its practical applications. This goes beyond introductory workshops, allowing teachers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the “why” and “how” behind the approach.
• Breakout sessions led by experienced educators and specialists offer ready-to-implement strategies for teachers to use in their classrooms immediately.
• The Elevate conference emphasizes the “adult-first” approach. Elevate helps teachers develop their own self-awareness and self-regulation skills, as an educator’s ability to manage their own emotions is foundational to effectively guiding students.
• The Elevate conference provides strategies for creating a strong sense of community and belonging in the classroom and school-wide. This is crucial for fostering a supportive learning environment where students can thrive academically and emotionally.
• Elevate conference equips teachers with proactive techniques for preventing challenging behaviors.
• The Elevate conference helps teachers understand the impact of trauma on learning and behavior, providing strategies for creating a more supportive and responsive classroom for all students.
• The event provides opportunities to connect with other educators who are also implementing Conscious Discipline. This networking fosters a sense of community, allows for idea sharing, and provides ongoing support.
• Networking with like-minded professionals can provide fresh perspectives, helping to combat teacher burnout.
• The option to earn CEUs provides formal recognition of the professional development, which can be important for licensing and career advancement.

The Elevate Conference offers both comprehensive and practical professional development opportunities, empowering teachers with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to create more effective, supportive, and engaging learning environments.