REMINDER...if you DID NOT pre-register for parking prior to February 15th, please remember to check in at the PARKING KIOSK tomorrow at the doors near security when you arrive in the morning! Thank you!
LUNCH SPECIALS at the MHC! Plan ahead for some good food and a sit down visit with friends!
THURSDAY
CRAVE BUFFET ($15.00) - Chicken Penne Alfredo, Caesar Salad & Garlic Toast, Vegetarian option - Mediterranean Penne CAFETERIA CORNER ($10.00) - BBQ Beef on a bun with Potato Wedges, medium fountain pop
FRIDAY CRAVE BUFFET ($15.00) - Pulled Pork on a bun with Cole Slaw Vegetarian option - Veggie Wrap CAFETERIA CORNER ($10.00) - Soft Tacos with Tater Tots, medium fountain pop
Of course the cafeteria will be open with a full menu! REMEMBER...MHC is CASHLESS!
Please NOTE: Pre-registration for Convention Parking is now CLOSED! If you need to register your vehicle for convention parking, please stop into the Courtyard room to use a parking Kiosk.
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We will begin with movement with a slow flow to connect our bodies and breathe; After we have connected with our breath we will move into longer deeper holds to improve flexibility, reduced stress and will leave you feeling rejuvenated. Please bring your own matt, as there will only be a limited amount available to borrow.
Stress, anxiety, and mental health issues are becoming more common in students today. As teachers we must also care for ourselves. These issues become classroom issues. This workshop will identify the issues and provide many classroom-tested strategies and resources to help teachers minimize the negative effects to themselves and their students. Time will be provided for sharing strategies and help to develop individual action plans. Wellness is a secondary element of this workshop.
It's time to redefine self-care! We've all heard the saying "you can't give from an empty cup." But as teachers who wear many hats, it can be hard to keep our cups full, and even harder to find the time or energy for conventional forms of self-care, like bubble baths, spas, and salads. What we often fail to realize is that it can be our own responses and attitudes that impact how full or empty the cup is. Why yoga? Beyond the physical benefits of yoga, learning to connect with your body on your mat by acknowledging and responding to physical sensations helps you to become more aware of how you are reacting to daily circumstances off your mat. Furthermor, the wisdom in yogic teachings and traditions can provide insight into yourself and your relationship with the world and people around you, including your students. You begin to take intentional control of your reactions towards the many challenges that you face as an educator (and a human being), leaving you feeling less drained and more fulfilled. Then, you can give fully to your students as well as model healthy mindsets and effective reactions. This half day session will include two yoga practices (different styles), meditation, and discussion of how varying yogic attitudes can be applied to the context of the school and classroom.
Andrea Paquette, President of the Stigma-Free Society, is a passionate advocate for mental health and wellness with over a decade of experience. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2005, her inspiring journey emphasizes the importance of understanding and acceptance. Andrea's dynamic presentations have reached over 75,000 students and educators, fostering a more inclusive and compassionate environment. She champions the Stigma-Free School Program, which equips schools with resources and tools to address mental health challenges and reduce stigma. Her work extends to the Student Mental Health Toolkit, Virtual Stigma-Free Presentations, Professional Development Day sessions, Educators Peer Support Training, and Student-led Stigma-Free Clubs, all designed to empower students and educators. Andrea Paquette's dedication to mental health advocacy in educational settings makes her an expert in mental health education for students, inspiring positive change in schools and communities. Join her on this transformative journey towards a stigma-free future.
CANCELLED - Are your students dysregulated or anxious? What about you? If you’re overwhelmed by how to support your classroom community, this session is for you! Learn the evidence behind why relationships are foundational to wellness, student learning, and cultivating a positive classroom environment. Through facilitated discussion and sharing, we will explore strategies that help nurture relationships, support regulation, and build resiliency for you and your students. Let's get inspired to make a change!
We will begin with movement with a slow flow to connect our bodies and breathe; After we have connected with our breath we will move into longer deeper holds to improve flexibility, reduced stress and will leave you feeling rejuvenated. Please bring your own matt, as there will only be a limited amount available to borrow.
A discussion of what happiness is, what it looks like for different people. Knowing that being happy is a choice we discuss different ways to move ourselves to a life full of gratitude, kindness and inner peace while the world is in commotion.
