New online Cohort Format

Whether you’re new to the role of being an Advisor, or a long time practitioner, you’ll leave inspired with practical lessons and structures you can implement the next day, creative approaches for authentic advisory alignment, and renewal of your own unique connection to SEL!

During this experiential and practical course we will bring to life IFSEL’s Advisory Principles, and offer a rich collection of low-prep, high-impact SEL activities. Supercharge your work as an Advisor. Explore rituals that build trust and inclusion. Learn and experience a range of adaptable SEL activities that meet the needs of adolescents.

What's Involved:

Course Goals & Outcomes

  1. Approaches for being an authentic and accessible advisor
  2. Understanding of 'IFSEL's 8 Principles for Building a Thriving Advisory Program'
  3. Action Plan for implementation
  4. Activities to deepen and promote inter- and intra-personal development
  5. Exploration and understanding of the role of structure and emerging curriculum
  6. Increased confidence in your ability to advise and navigate complex or challenging topics with your Advisees

Who Should Attend

The Program is designed for those who are committed to and responsible for implementing a Middle or High School Advisory including:

  • Educators
  • Advisors/Advisory Coordinators
  • Homeroom Teachers
  • Counselors
  • Deans of Students/Grade Level Deans
  • Wellness Teachers

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