Core Connection Course Catalog
Movement & Sound Meditation Circles: 2026-27 Series
In this year-long course, participants are invited to join a vibrant community of educators in a weekly synchronous virtual Circle. When we take time to replenish ourselves and fill our own cup, we are able to serve others from the overflow. This allows us to show up to our classrooms feeling regulated, sustainable, and impactful for the students we work with everyday…
Beyond the Classroom: Educator Advocacy Through Community Partnership
Educators see need every day - the student without a winter coat, the family choosing between groceries and utilities, the child who needs counseling but has no access to it. Recognizing need is only the first step; this course equips educators with the skills, frameworks, and practical tools to act on it…
Study Jonathan Haidt's The Anxious Generation
This book study of The Anxious Generation, Jonathan Haidt's groundbreaking analysis, reveals how social media and modern parenting have created unprecedented mental health challenges for an entire generation. This 20-hour study includes discussion groups and practical applications for all participants…
Quiet Wisdom: Continuing our Exploration of Contemplative Practices in Teaching
Inspired by Quiet Wisdom: Exploring Contemplative Practices in Teaching, this all new session of Quiet Wisdom will dive deeper into some previously explored contemplative practices for educators, as well as expand our repertoire of self-care for transitions, new seasons, and holidays. Both new and past participants are encouraged to attend…
Book Study on The Little Book of Restorative Justice by Katherine Evans and Dorothy Vaandering
The Little Book of Restorative Justice in Education: Fostering Responsibility, Healing, and Hope in Schools by Katherine Evans and Dorothy Vaandering offers insight on how principles from this ancient wisdom can empower educators and school leaders to create just and equitable learning environments, help students build and maintain healthy relationships, heal harm, and transform conflict. The goal of this course is full implementation of the practical strategies outlined within this book to maximize student impact…
Everyday Teaching Activities for Social Emotional Learning
This 5-week asynchronous book study of Nurturing Students’ Character - Everyday Teaching Activities for Social-Emotional Learning will guide you in understanding the components of social, emotional learning (SEL) and character development (SECD)…
DASA Certification Training
This NYSED-approved DASA training includes 3 hours of self-paced, online instruction and a 3 hour live virtual meeting with an instructor…