Learn to Teach Mindfulness to Youth

This training Intensive combines the understanding and practice of body awareness, breathing, listening, labeling emotions and thoughts, self-compassion, and loving kindness into practical lesson plans and daily activities for children and youth. The program is designed for classroom or special education teachers and mental health professionals working with pre-school, primary and secondary school age levels. Training will occur through experiential practice, reflection, discussion and peer practice. Participants will have opportunity to first observe and model teaching a variety of mindfulness and practice with each other with supervision and guidance from instructors Dr. Rita Benn and Kristin Ervin (a certified Mindful School’s Instructor). 

On August 8th, (1pm-5:30pm) the Institute opens with a half-day retreat to offer new comers exposure to the fundamental practices and principles of mindfulness and those with an established practice the opportunity to refresh and dive deeper.

On August 9th and 10th, (8:00am-5:30pm) the 2-day training Intensive will focus on facilitating the skills for participants to gain confidence in offering mindfulness practices with children and youth. At the end of the program, participants will be able to implement effective mindfulness activities in both the classroom and clinical settings.

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This event is limited to 50 participants, so we suggest you register early.

EVENT FAQ'S

What is the cost to attend?

$395 before July 1, 2023 and after this date, the fee is $450. 

Is it necessary to have previous mindfulness experience to register?

No, during the initial half-day on August 8, participants will be introduced to the fundamental principals and practices of mindfulness.

What does the registration fee include?

A continental breakfast will be provided each day, along with afternoon snacks.  You have the opportunity to order salads/sandiwches for lunch ($25 per day) when you register or bring your own. If you wish to order a vegetarian option, please emai us at: info@mc4me.org with VEGETARIAN LUNCH in the subject line.

What Continuing  Education Credits are offered?.

We are planning to obtain SCECH's for educators and social work CEU's for this event. An extra fee will be charged for those requesting them ($10.00 for Scech's and $35.00 for Social Work CEU's).

What should I bring to each session?

Participants are advised to bring a yoga mat and water bottle, as well as their own lunch if they prefer to eat on site.

Room Location

The event will be on the lower level of the bulding with windows overlooking a pond and shaded tables available outside for eating, if desired.. 

Can I register for more than one person?

No, there are a set of questions that each person is asked to fill out individually.

Group Discounts, Scholarships or Student Rates 

We will have a very small number of scholarships available. If you would like to receive a scholarship, please let us know and provide reasons for the request. Email us at info@mc4me with summer institute discount request in the subject line.

Payment

If you are not paying by credit card and plan to pay by check, please mail your check to MC4ME, 3755 Charter Place, Ann Arbor, MI. 48105.  Given the slow postal service, please allow plenty of time for us to receive your payment before July 1.. 

Hotel Accomodations

Webers's Hotel & Restaurant, is a lovely hotel close to the venue. Phone: (734) 769-2500.  Also close by is the Holiday Inn Express and Suites, Ann Arbor West.(734) 827-1100

A $75.00 processing fee is taken for any refund requests made prior to July 20, 2023. After July 20, no refunds will be issued.

More Questions?

Email us at info@mc4me.org.

WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US!