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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T123000Z
DTEND:20260609T133000Z
SUMMARY:Registration
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CATEGORIES:REGISTRATION
LOCATION:Lobby\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/bdba8db2f7aa445d110c3a44a2afccae
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T133000Z
DTEND:20260609T144500Z
SUMMARY:KEYNOTE: HOW TO BE A #BALLER TEACHER
DESCRIPTION:For new teachers and experienced teachers alike. Here you'll get steps on how to reach and influence today's learners (The Selfie Generation)\, but with that old-school respect and focus. Practical advice mixed with videos and experience sprinkled with humor(ish) and a dab of The Dab. Utilizing fun/creative elements/apps to engage and focus on being authentic to your personality in the process!
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/c034d53d3961e36e96db84aa7fd1cc74
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T150000Z
DTEND:20260609T155000Z
SUMMARY:Hugging Porcupines: Practical Strategies for Building Relationships with Kids Who Struggle in School
DESCRIPTION:We know the power of relationships\, and we're believers. But what about the kids who seem to push us away--who resist relationship building? Why do they do this? In this session\, we'll dig into why some kids struggle so much in school. We'll then explore some practical strategies (such as student-centric praise and what to do instead of incentivizing them) for building connections with our most prickly students--so we can support their academic\, social\, and emotional development.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 1
LOCATION:Munthe Room\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/5f42caff94e17496367521cacc424e3d
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T150000Z
DTEND:20260609T155000Z
SUMMARY:Joy is a Discipline: Leading with Light When the Work Feels Heavy
DESCRIPTION:Most educators don’t need another strategy. They need a way to keep showing up without losing themselves.\n\n\nWhen the work feels heavy\, joy is often treated as something we’ll get back later\,&nbsp\;after things calm down. But for educators leading in constant pressure\, that day never comes.\n\n\nIn this session\, Dan Cox reframes joy as a&nbsp\;discipline\, not a mood or mindset\; one that protects identity\, strengthens connection\, and keeps educators in the work with purpose. Drawing from decades of school leadership\, adult SEL practices\, and the lessons of endurance training\, Dan offers a grounded\, honest look at what it means to lead with light when you’re running on empty.\n\n\nIf you’re exhausted but still expected to lead with presence\, patience\, and care\, this session isn’t optional\, it’s fuel.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 1
LOCATION:Nelson Room\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/eb5383edb3a5251b40771de0627badad
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T150000Z
DTEND:20260609T155000Z
SUMMARY:Leading With\, Not For: Elevating Student Voice to Strengthen School Communities
DESCRIPTION:Strong school communities are built when students are not only supported\, but genuinely engaged as contributors to their learning environments. This session invites educators to explore what it means to lead with students rather than for them by intentionally elevating student voice\, agency\, and shared ownership.\n\n\nThrough reflection\, discussion\, and practical examples\, participants will examine how everyday practices can strengthen relationships\, deepen engagement\, and foster a sense of belonging. Educators will leave with actionable strategies to create classroom and school environments where connection\, collaboration\, and collective responsibility drive meaningful learning.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 1
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom A\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/38c9cb3179ebca4429c2df2d726b94dc
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T150000Z
DTEND:20260609T155000Z
SUMMARY:The Power of Us in Action: Building Systems That Sustain Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Relationships are often cited as the heart of effective schools—but too often\, relationship-building exists as isolated strategies rather than intentional\, sustainable systems. This session explores how schools can move beyond individual practices to create cohesive\, school-wide structures that prioritize connection\, collective efficacy\, and shared responsibility for student and staff well-being.\n\n\nGrounded in evidence-based SEL and leadership research\, participants will examine how relational practices can be embedded into existing systems such as behavior supports\, instructional routines\, professional learning communities\, and staff collaboration structures. Through real-world scenarios and guided reflection\, attendees will identify leverage points within their own schools to strengthen relational culture without adding “one more thing” to already full plates.\n\n\nParticipants will leave with practical tools to assess current systems\, align relational practices across roles\, and design next steps that elevate the collective impact of educators—because sustainable change happens when we lead together.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 1
LOCATION:Talcott\, 416 S Main St\, Rockford\, IL 61101
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/7c8bf5cf2fd169cd566ff1373ec7493a
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T150000Z
DTEND:20260609T155000Z
SUMMARY:Whose Story Is This? Integrating SEL into Literacy Through Character Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Literacy instruction is one of the most powerful (and natural) spaces for social-emotional learning. This 60-minute session supports literacy educators and instructional coaches in intentionally integrating SEL into content instruction by leveraging Common Core character development standards to build empathy and perspective-taking.\n\n\nGrounded in the CASEL competencies of Social Awareness\, Relationship Skills\, and Self-Awareness\, participants will explore how read-alouds\, close reading\, and text-based discussions can help students analyze characters’ emotions\, motivations\, and decisions in ways that deepen both comprehension and social understanding. Educators will experience modeled strategies\, three interactive discussion protocols (differentiated for elementary and secondary)\, and planning tools that align SEL outcomes with existing literacy goals\, without adding new curriculum or instructional time.\n\n\nParticipants will leave with ready-to-use discussion prompts and a activity planning framework that empowers students to better understand themselves\, others\, and the collective “us” within stories and beyond.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 1
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom B\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/774934e1a1bb67bf6bfe4246b25ce7f0
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T160000Z
DTEND:20260609T165000Z
SUMMARY:Let Them Grow: Empowering Amazing Students
DESCRIPTION:Today's students are navigating unprecedented levels of anxiety\, disconnection\, and dependence. Yet\, they are also creative\, compassionate\, and full of potential. Drawing on key ideas from&nbsp\;The Anxious Generation\, The Amazing Generation\,&nbsp\;and Let Grow\, this session explores how schools can intentionally balance connection\, independence\, and belonging to better support student well-being and growth.&nbsp\;\n\nParticipants will examine how overprotection\, reduced autonomy\, and limited opportunities for meaningful responsibility impact student resilience and how relationship-centered\, SEL practices can reverse these trends. Through reflection\, discussion\, and practical examples\, educators will learn how to create environments that empower students take healthy risks\, build confidence\, and develop essential life skills\, while maintaining strong\, supportive relationships.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 2
LOCATION:Talcott\, 416 S Main St\, Rockford\, IL 61101
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/d8b6579d3715d1ab72484cf8a5109160
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DTSTART:20260609T160000Z
DTEND:20260609T165000Z
SUMMARY:Managing Stress with Guided Meditation and Chair Yoga
DESCRIPTION:To elevate our impact\, we must first sustain our well-being. This restorative session offers educators a "protected space" to move from the high-energy demands of the classroom into a state of calm and clarity. Grounded in the understanding that our internal state directly influences our students' sense of safety\, we will explore the&nbsp\;Reflect and Restore&nbsp\;framework. Participants will engage in guided reflective journaling\, accessible chair yoga to release physical tension\, and breathwork techniques designed for immediate classroom or home use. This isn't just a break—it’s a somatic reset that honors your identity as both a professional and a person.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 2
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom B\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/a4e011861b312d133c6c11c24c187f75
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T160000Z
DTEND:20260609T165000Z
SUMMARY:Stop Chasing the Myth: Reclaim Your Work-Life Balance Today
DESCRIPTION:They tell us work-life balance exists\, but for most educators\, it feels like a mythical creature—often talked about\, but never actually seen. Between meeting the critical needs of your students and the mental weight that it carries\, the boundary between work and personal life doesn’t just blur—it can altogether disappear. We will unpack the hidden pitfalls that drain your time\, implement SEL strategies to settle classroom chaos\, and create a practical self-care protocol. Join this interactive session to start developing a sustainable work-life balance today!
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 2
LOCATION:Nelson Room\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/8e770a19dc7fefd20f5a8ae58704c251
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T160000Z
DTEND:20260609T165000Z
SUMMARY:Stronger Together: The Power of Community in School Culture and Climate
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, participants will explore how psychological safety\, relational trust\, and shared purpose form the foundation of healthy\, high-performing schools. Through stories\, research-based insights\, and practical examples\, we will examine how these three pillars shape both adult well-being and student success. Attendees will reflect on how “The Power of Us” shows up—or breaks down—in their own school communities. Participants will leave with clear\, actionable strategies to strengthen connection\, belonging\, and collective efficacy across their teams.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 2
LOCATION:Munthe Room\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/eae10d28dc468cd998d325abae72bcd3
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T160000Z
DTEND:20260609T165000Z
SUMMARY:The Power of Connection: Mapping Every Student’s Path to Belonging
DESCRIPTION:At the heart of "The Power of Us" is the profound truth that no student should ever feel invisible\; research consistently shows that a single positive connection with a trusted adult can be the turning point for a student’s success. This session explores Relationship Mapping\, a strategic process designed to ensure every learner is connected to a staff member\, beginning with a clear definition of the framework and its role in fostering equity. We will take a "look under the hood" at our school’s specific implementation journey—from the logistics of staff mapping sessions to the digital tools used for tracking—before discussing the tangible impact this has had on our school culture and student engagement. By shifting from a model of individual care to one of collective responsibility\, attendees will learn how to catch at-risk students before they disengage and leave with a practical toolkit to begin elevating their own impact through the power of connection.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 2
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom A\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/0439e53da608652b1e2631b8baeef4fd
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T170000Z
DTEND:20260609T175000Z
SUMMARY:LUNCH! Grab a boxed lunch (on us!)\, take a break\, we will see you in Breakout #3 at 1:00!
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:LUNCH
LOCATION:TBA\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/5da2bcc42b6aa1b361a6ab7ada036fe6
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T180000Z
DTEND:20260609T185000Z
SUMMARY:From Silent to Vocal: The Power of Unlocking Student Voice is Within You
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we'll explore the power of vulnerability and connecting in the PK-12 grade classroom. By reading aloud my short story\, "Joyce\, Joyce...There's Power In Your Voice\," we'll step into the shoes of an African American student navigating educational spaces while learning how moments of silence can hold profound lessons. We'll discuss what it takes to engage both our quietest and most vocal students and reflect on how positive\, authentic student teacher relationships can create a sense of belonging and trust. Together\, we'll uncover practical strategies and craft action plans to implement TWO specific techniques that will amplify student voice in your classroom.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 3
LOCATION:Munthe Room\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/96ee83fbed59be05abd751118b3518ed
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T180000Z
DTEND:20260609T185000Z
SUMMARY:More Than a Program: Social-Emotional Practices that Improve School Culture and Climate
DESCRIPTION:Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is most impactful when it is embedded into the daily practices and systems of a school rather than implemented as a stand-alone program. This session explores how schools can intentionally integrate SEL practices into all aspects of the school day\, including Tier 1 universal supports\, Tier 2 targeted interventions\, and Tier 3 intensive supports. Participants will learn how SEL can be woven into instruction\, behavior systems\, and intervention processes to strengthen school culture and climate for both students and staff. Real-world examples will illustrate how schools can intentionally align SEL practices with existing structures to build stronger relationships\, reduce conflict\, increase engagement\, and cultivate a climate where both students and staff can thrive.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 3
LOCATION:Talcott\, 416 S Main St\, Rockford\, IL 61101
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/d2eedd6cdfce9fec98d993acdff58361
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T180000Z
DTEND:20260609T185000Z
SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Grow!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to create and inspire other like-minded educators using everyday materials from the dollar store. Each table team will work with identical sets of items from Dollar Tree to design an activity for your students aligned with&nbsp\;one of the 5 SEL competencies. Leave feeling connected and empowered from sharing and exploring innovative ideas that showcase creativity\, collaboration\, and budget-friendly learning.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 3
LOCATION:Nelson Room\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/6d27062a7cb4b86b870f4d7092720f45
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T180000Z
DTEND:20260609T185000Z
SUMMARY:Unconditional Positive Regard: Leading and Learning Through Relationship
DESCRIPTION:What if supporting students—and one another—wasn’t just about responding to trauma\, but about building unwavering\, positive relationships? This session explores Unconditional Positive Regard as both a classroom practice and a leadership stance: the commitment to see and value people—students and adults alike—beyond behavior\, performance\, or productivity.\n\n\nParticipants will shift from a deficit-based focus on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) toward cultivating Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) and positive adult experiences by prioritizing connection\, care\, and joy. Educators and leaders don’t need to be clinicians to create healing spaces\; therapeutic moments happen when people feel genuinely seen and supported.\n\n\nThrough interactive activities and reflection\, we’ll explore how relationship-centered teaching\, coaching\, and leadership can transform schools into human-centered communities where both students and adults can thrive.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 3
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom A\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/90e33246e53b3bfcaa74f5a974e268b0
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T190000Z
DTEND:20260609T195000Z
SUMMARY:Becoming a Bridge Building Educator
DESCRIPTION:Disrespectful behavior\, classroom disruption\, and disengagement are among the most pressing challenges educators face today—particularly when working with students who have behavior issues and have historically experienced discipline through a lens of control rather than care. This high-impact session equips educators with research-based\, culturally responsive strategies to transform challenging behavior into opportunities for growth\, learning\, and leadership.\n\n\nDrawing from trauma-informed practices\, neuroscience\, and culturally sustaining pedagogy\, participants will learn how to respond to disrespect without escalating conflict\, protect their authority without damaging relationships\, and establish classrooms rooted in structure\, consistency\, and belonging. Research shows that strong teacher-student relationships\, clear expectations\, and emotionally responsive instruction significantly improve behavior and academic outcomes diverse students and students who have trauma (Hammond\, 2015\; Ladson-Billings\, 1995\; Gregory et al.\, 2016).\n\n\nAttendees will explore practical tools for de-escalation\, restorative responses\, executive-function support\, and instructional strategies that increase engagement and reduce power struggles. Educators will leave empowered to manage classrooms with confidence\, teach with clarity\, and create learning environments where EACH student feels seen\, valued\, and capable of excellence.\nThis session is a call to shift from punishment to purpose and from compliance to connection.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 4
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom B\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/c8d1637ff23083783519b78de2ec22f7
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T190000Z
DTEND:20260609T195000Z
SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Grow!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to create and inspire other like-minded educators using everyday materials from the dollar store. Each table team will work with identical sets of items from Dollar Tree to design an activity for your students aligned with one of the 5 SEL competencies. Leave feeling connected and empowered from sharing and exploring innovative ideas that showcase creativity\, collaboration\, and budget-friendly learning.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 4
LOCATION:Nelson Room\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
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SUMMARY:Repairing the Moment: Restorative Tools for Everyday Classroom Conflict
DESCRIPTION:When classroom conflict\, student shutdowns\, or escalations occur\, educators often feel pressure to respond quickly\,sometimes relying on reactive or punitive strategies that unintentionally damage relationships and psychological safety. This interactive session introduces Repairing the Moment\, a restorative\, SEL-aligned framework designed to help educators pause\, reflect\, and respond with intention when safety breaks down.\n\n\nParticipants will explore how everyday disruptions such as student withdrawal\, peer conflict\, or public escalation can become opportunities to strengthen relationships rather than fracture them. Using real classroom scenarios\, educators will practice moving from reaction to repair through affective statements\, decision mapping\, community agreements\, victim-offender dialogue\, and structured restorative talk circles. Emphasis is placed on regulation before resolution\, collective accountability\, and repairing harm while maintaining adult authority.\n\n\nGrounded in evidence-based restorative and SEL practices\, this session equips educators with concrete tools they can immediately apply to build classrooms where belonging\, trust\, and connection lead the way.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 4
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom B\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
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DTEND:20260609T195000Z
SUMMARY:Seeing What Students Experience: A Proactive Bullying Tool That Reveals the Hidden Student Reality
DESCRIPTION:Bullying prevention efforts often rely on incident reports\, referrals\, or anonymous surveys—tools that tell us&nbsp\;what&nbsp\;happened\, but rarely reveal how students are actually experiencing school on a daily basis. This&nbsp\;session&nbsp\;introduces a proactive\, SEL-based bullying prevention tool designed to surface students’ academic phenomenology—their lived emotional\, social\, and psychological experience of learning environments—before harm escalates.\nDeveloped by Dr. Kierra Pickens\, International Psychologist and therapist\, and field-tested in school settings by&nbsp\;Devon&nbsp\;LaRosa\, this innovative tool provides educators and student services staff with intentional\, actionable insight into students’ sense of safety\, belonging\, power\, and engagement across academic spaces. Rather than waiting for behavior to signal distress\, the tool allows schools to listen earlier\, intervene thoughtfully\, and design learning environments that reduce bullying at the root.\nIn this&nbsp\;session\, participants will explore how this proactive approach supports SEL\, strengthens prevention efforts\, and equips schools with meaningful data that connects student experience to academic outcomes—helping adults respond with clarity\, compassion\, and precision.\n\n
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 4
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom A\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/7dfd6a0dfdbe610bf208df1651e15d8e
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T190000Z
DTEND:20260609T195000Z
SUMMARY:Supporting the Learning Brain Through Co-Regulation
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session explores how co-regulation supports brain development\, emotional regulation\, and learning readiness in educational environments. Participants will examine how social experiences\, adult presence\, and environmental supports shape students’ nervous systems\, particularly during times of stress or dysregulation.\n\n\nThrough guided discussion and practical examples\, participants will learn how educators act as external regulators and how intentional co-regulation strategies can resource safety\, connection\, and engagement.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT 4
LOCATION:Talcott\, 416 S Main St\, Rockford\, IL 61101
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026summersymposium.sched.com/event/27d0fab47c0553721cd2087bee6676b4
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DTSTAMP:20260524T071654Z
DTSTART:20260609T200000Z
DTEND:20260609T203000Z
SUMMARY:ENDNOTE: “SEL-ebrate the Power of Us”
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:ENDNOTE
LOCATION:Ziock Ballroom\, 416 South Main Street\, Rockford\, IL\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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