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Explore ways in which schools intentionally design and integrate holistic wellness into the everyday classroom.

Overview

The “Wellness in Schools Symposium” is an engaging 2.5-hour online event designed for educators, administrators, and other stakeholders committed to integrating wellness into the fabric of educational environments. The symposium will address the multi-dimensional aspects of wellness, including emotional, physical, social, spiritual, and mental health, within educational settings. 

Participants can gain insights from a thought-provoking keynote address, interact with peers in targeted breakout case study sessions, and hear diverse perspectives during a comprehensive panel discussion. This symposium aims to empower participants with the knowledge, strategies, and actionable steps to foster a culture of wellness that can support the needs of students and staff alike.

Keynote Speaker: Ellen Mahoney, Sea Change Mentoring

The Resilient School Community: Strategies for Mattering and Collective Strength
In this insightful 20-minute keynote, we will explore the essential elements that foster resilience within school communities. By focusing on the concept of “mattering”—the intrinsic feeling of being valued and significant—we will uncover practical strategies that educators, administrators, and students can implement to build a supportive and cohesive environment. Participants will learn how to cultivate a sense of belonging and collective strength, ultimately enhancing the overall wellness of the school. Join us to discover how prioritizing mattering can transform your school community into a resilient and thriving ecosystem.
  • Hong Kong International School – Leveraging Student Advocacy for Whole School Wellness Amy Lauren Smith
  • ISKL – Exploring a Three-Step Process to Cultivate a Purposeful and Healthy Relationship With Technology, Reshaping Your Habits and Mindset for Personal and Professional Growth. Steve Katz
  • The ISF Academy – Wellness for teachers- Role of individuals and organisations Jaya Hiranandani
  • Kazakhstan International School  Creating positive spaces at school/work with the P.E.R.K model (Purpose, Engagement, Resilience, Kindness) Rekha Sachdej
  • Well-Nest – Crucial First Steps for Nurturing Staff Wellbeing in Schools Aimee Presnall
  • International School Counselor Association (ISCA) – ISCA Student Standards: Clear Pre-K to Grade 12 Learning Progression for Skills Related to Social-Emotional Learning, Global Perspective and Identity Development, Academic, and Career Readiness. Kristine  Mizzone
  • Saigon South International School – A Snapshot At SSIS’s Journey To Developing A Comprehensive Advisory/Homeroom Program That Promotes SEL Alison Leathwood
  • Raw Movement – Movement Matters: Prioritising Teacher Physical Well-being for better whole school and life outcomes Clare Rawlings
  • The Wellbeing Distillery – Every Lesson Is A Wellbeing Lesson Justin Robinson
  • Mona Lisa Effect – It’s all in the soil: an ecology of wellbeing Matthew Savage
  • British School Jakarta – Panelist – Andrea  Downie

Intended Audience

  • K-12 Educators
  • School Administrators
  • Wellness Coordinators

We encourage teams to attend the workshop to learn from the multiple perspectives presented. This will support schools and their teams in subsequent internal engagements, including discussion, design, and undertaking team reflections.

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