INTRODUCING
A pioneering course designed for educators, counselors, and school administrators committed to the holistic development of students with interrupted/inconsistent formal education and English Language Learners (SIFE/ELLs). This resource recognizes SIFE/ELL students' intricate challenges and unique experiences and introduces mindfulness as a foundational pillar to support their academic, emotional, and social growth
"Mindful Journeys" is a transformative course designed for educators to enhance their approach to (SIFE/ELLs) through mindfulness practices. This course aims to deepen teacher-student relationships, facilitate positive student interactions, create an inclusive and positive learning environment, and ensure every student feels respected, valued, and trusted. By integrating mindfulness into the classroom, educators learn to cultivate empathy, reduce stress, and promote well-being, thereby establishing a supportive and nurturing educational space. Through practical mindfulness exercises, "Mindful Journeys" equips teachers with the skills to foster a sense of community and belonging, ensuring that SIFE/ELL students can excel academically, socially, and emotionally. This course underscores the power of mindfulness in breaking down barriers to inclusivity and building a classroom atmosphere where every student, regardless of their background, feels complete and embraced.
Our course meticulously integrates mindfulness to tackle educators' multifaceted challenges when teaching Students with Interrupted Formal Education (SIFE/ELLs) by offering a suite of best practices, strategies, and resources for effective teaching engagements. Mindfulness practices are central to this approach, enhancing teachers' emotional resilience, focus, and stress management, creating a nurturing learning environment conducive to SIFE/ELL students' academic and emotional development. By fostering a mindful classroom atmosphere, educators can improve their responsiveness to SIFE/ELL students' needs, strengthen teacher-student relationships, and encourage students' self-regulation and stress management skills. This addresses the immediate training and resource gaps identified by educators and builds their confidence and efficacy in handling the complexities of SIFE/ELL education, ultimately aiming to uplift educational outcomes for SIFE/ELL students through a supportive, inclusive, and effective teaching approach.
The World-class Instructional Design and Assessment
"WIDA" (a consortium of 40 states whose education departments have joined together to develop English proficiency standards and assessments) about SIFE/ELLs: "Students with this background often need their emotional, psychological, and physiological needs to be met before they are able to engage fully in the educational setting." Once these needs are met, schools must help students build literacy skills in their home language and English, fill in the gaps in content knowledge, and support their social and emotional needs (For more on WIDA, visit https://wida.wisc.edu.
For more on building ELLs’ literacy skills, see “Educating English Language Learners” in the Fall 2018 issue of American Educator, available at www.aft.org/ae/ fall2018/august. )
Integrating mindfulness principles into educational support for SIFE/ELLS students offers a comprehensive pathway to addressing their complex needs. This guide combines evidence-based research with practical applications of mindfulness, aiming to create an empathetic, supportive, and resilient learning environment for SIFE/ELLS students.
Key Features
Foundations of Mindfulness: This section introduces educators to the core principles of mindfulness and explains how these can be integrated into daily teaching practices to benefit students and educators.
Understanding SIFE/ELL students’ Experiences: Delve into the backgrounds of SIFE/ELL students, highlighting the importance of mindfulness in navigating their transitions, traumas, and challenges of adapting to new educational environments.
Mindful Communication: Explore strategies for fostering open, empathetic communication among SIFE/ELLS students, building trust and a sense of safety, and facilitating their expression and engagement.
Socio-Emotional Support through Mindfulness: Offer detailed methods for incorporating mindfulness practices that address the emotional and social needs of SIFE/ELLs, aiding in stress reduction, emotional regulation, and resilience building.
Academic Engagement and Mindfulness: Present tailored teaching strategies that leverage mindfulness to enhance focus, learning, and retention among SIFE/ELLs, particularly in overcoming language barriers and educational gaps.
Cultural Sensitivity and Awareness: Encourage a mindfulness-based approach to cultural competence. Promote an inclusive, respectful classroom environment that honors SIFE/ELL students' diverse backgrounds.
Empowerment and Advocacy: Equip educators with mindfulness techniques to empower SIFE/ELL students, fostering self-esteem, motivation, and advocacy skills that support their educational journey and personal growth.
Practical Applications and Activities: Provide a wealth of mindfulness exercises, activities, and lesson plans that can be seamlessly integrated into the curriculum, offering hands-on experience for educators to implement.
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How We Helped Them Achieve More
Renee Peksmezari (Professor, Institute of Health System Science, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research
"I am thrilled to provide a heartfelt testimonial for Dr. Dilcia Granville and her exceptional work in mindfulness training. For over a decade, I have had the privilege of collaborating with Dr. Granville on research projects focused on health disparities and telehealth interventions for underserved communities. Her unwavering commitment to improving the well-being of marginalized populations is evident in her training, research, and practical experiences. Dr. Granville's leadership in mindfulness training, along with her curated collection of mindfulness books for children, teens, and adults, is truly remarkable. I wholeheartedly endorse Dr. Granville and highly recommend her training initiative." Renée Pekmezaris, Ph.D. Senior Vice President, Strategic Grant Acquisition Division of Community Health & Health Services Research, Department of Medicine Professor, Departments of Medicine and Population Health
Janet Brown-Friday
I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for joining us on Sunday and delivering an incredibly interesting and timely presentation. Your message resonated with the participants, evident from the numerous questions they asked. What impressed us all was your ability to present the information effectively in both English and Spanish. Being bilingual, this skill of yours is truly invaluable, and you successfully conveyed the message clearly. I hope we have the opportunity to collaborate again in the near future. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything we can do to support you. Once again, thank you
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NYC DOE ASPDP P Credits / A+ Credits and CTLE Hours – Now Open for Early Spring Enrollment!
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differential and complete CTLE Hour required for NYS Continuing Teacher and Leader Education.
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3 P Credits/A+ Credits/45 CTLE Hours per course – only $175 (excludes $125 ASPDP fee).
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Spring 2025 Enrollment Details
📅Registration Period:
Opens: Jan 27, 2025
Closes: May 1, 2025
📅Course Completion Deadline:
Complete By: May 23, 2025
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• Visit CE Credits Online to choose your course(s).
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Complete Enrollment & Payment:
• Pay $175 per course on CE Credits Online and $125 on the ASPDP site.
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• Begin your course on the semester’s start date or as soon as you enroll!
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📜Upon Completion:
• Your grades and credits will be verified by NYC DOE ASPDP.
• Receive official validation within 4-6 weeks of the semester's end.
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Mindful Journeys
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