Our Virtual Summer Training Institute is just around the corner!   We are thrilled that long-time educator Kimberly Dunn will present a workshop on helping our learning challenged children.  To hear her speak, to learn more about our Summer Training Institute, and to register, click here:  https://gurianinstitute.com/events/gurian-summer-institute-2025/.

Because each keynote and workshop is recorded, registrants can watch the pre-service workshops before the event, and watch all keynote and workshop recordings after, as well.  For groups of 5 or more or 20 or more, contact Dakota Hoyt at info@gurianinstitute.com.  Also please reach out to her if you would like to become a Certified Trainer at our SI.  Now here’s more about the event and Kimberly’s workshop.

In the past, schools and districts sending large groups have sometimes used the recorded keynotes and workshops for school based viewing and discussion on weekdays during the summer rather than on the June weekend.  If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity for your school or group, let Dakota know at info@gurianinstitute.com.

To explore becoming a Certified Gurian Trainer at our Summer Institute, please read the Trainer page on www.gurianinstitute.com.  If those logistics, costs, and benefits look good to you, let Dakota know.  The extra four hour certification session will be led by our Program Director, Dr. Glynetta Fletcher on Monday morning, 8 – noon, June 23, 2025. We hope that every school involved in this work will certify a Trainer so that the work can continue at the school during the school year.

Here’s more about Kimberly’s powerful workshop.

Strategies for Educating Special Needs and Learning Challenged Children, with Special Needs Science Teacher and Gurian Certified Trainer, Kimberly Dunn.  Join us for an interactive round table discussion dedicated to sharing insights, strategies, and experiences in teaching children with special needs and learning challenges. This session aims to foster collaboration among educators, parents, and specialists to better support students with these learning differences.  Key discussion topics will include:  identifying and understanding the unique strengths and challenges of children with learning challenges such as ADHD, ASD, and dyslexia; developing effective classroom accommodations and individualized teaching approaches; leveraging multisensory learning techniques and assistive technology to enhance engagement and comprehension; strategies for fostering self-confidence and resilience in students with learning differences; exploring the role of collaboration between teachers, families, and support staff.  Participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences, learn from others, and leave with actionable strategies to create an inclusive, supportive learning environment for all students. Whether you’re an educator, parent, or advocate, this round table is a space to exchange ideas and inspire meaningful change.

Visit https://gurianinstitute.com/events/gurian-summer-institute-2025/ to learn more about each part of the event and to register individuals.  For groups of 5 or more or 20 or more, contact Dakota Hoyt, our Managing Director, for pricing and registration.

Thank you for your support of our events over the years.  We hope to see you again this month!