NUSD: Supporting Inclusive Practice

Novato CA

09 November, 2021

9:17 AM

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Press release from the Novato Unified School District: Don Nicodemus November 8th, 2021 Supporting Inclusive Practice From Surviving to Thriving! Presented by Dr. Michele Borba Dr. Michele Borba is an educational psychologist, best-selling author, and TODAY show contributor who has spoken to over one million participants on five continents and to countless media about child development issues. She blends 40 years of teaching and consulting experience with latest science to offer sound, realistic advice to parents, teachers, and child advocates about helping children thrive. The Supporting Inclusive Practices (SIP) project is pleased to partner with Dr. Borba for a unique virtual learning engagement. Across four webinar sessions, Dr. Borba will guide participants from across California through each chapter of her latest book, Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine. She will outline the seven essential character traits that help children thrive, including the ability to nurture a caring heart, develop a strong mind and cultivate a determined will. Participants will leave each session with relatable and applicable ideas to help students learn and grow. This series is designed for families, educators, and all champions for kids and youth. The first 1,000 registrants will receive Dr. Borba's book Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine! Spring series dates include: • April 8, 2021, 5–6 p.m. PST • April 15, 2021, 5–6 p.m. PST • April 22, 2021, 5–6 p.m. PST • April 29, 2021, 5–6 p.m. PST To register for the Spring offering of this webinar series, visit the SIP web page at https://www.sipinclusion.org/events/from-surviving-to-thriving-summer-series. Summer series dates include: • June 2, 2021, 10–11 a.m. PST • June 9, 2021, 10–11 a.m. PST • June 16, 2021, 10–11 a.m. PST • June 23, 2021, 10–11 a.m. PST To register for the Summer offering of this webinar series, visit the SIP web page at https://www.sipinclusion.org/events/from-surviving-to-thriving-summer-series-2. If you have any questions regarding this subject, please contact Katie Maloney-Krips, Education Programs Assistant, by phone at 916-322-6638 or by email at [email protected]. Novato Unified School District 1015 7th Street Novato, CA 94945 415.897.4201 415.612.3500 [email protected] Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM       This press release was produced by the Novato Unified School District. The views expressed here are the author's own.