LM Nov2020

Mindfulness matters

! A four-part virtual series to help support the mental and emotional health of superintendents

MindfulnessMatters For the past seven months, superintendents have been tasked with not only serving as the CEO of their school district, but also with making health decisions that they simply are not trained to do. It’s been challenging, chaotic, stressful and tested everyone’s overall mental and emotional health. In order to make it through this marathon and continue to be the strongest leader possible, superintendents need to be mindful of their personal health and wellness. That’s why IASA is launching “Mindfulness Matters!,” a new four-part series that will be held virtually via Zoom. Each session is $25 for IASA members. This four-part workshop offers the full-hearted support of Master Teacher Dr. Nancy Blair and Master Coach Sandye Brown to ensure your empowered engagement during these challenging times. Click Here to read bios of each presenter.

Your investment will yield a self-renewing source of energy and focus by cultivating a system of self-care through mindfulness practices, collegial sharing and commitment to individual growth. Attend all four or any one or more of the stand-alone sessions, scheduled flexibly for your convenience. What to expect: Each one-hour session will begin with a message from Dr. Blair and Ms. Brown. Participants will be placed into breakout rooms with their peers and engage in a meaningful conversation about that day’s topic and other relevant issues facing school leaders. The breakout rooms will provide superintendents an avenue to connect, network and support each other. Each session will end by bringing everyone back together. Don’t miss this opportunity to recharge, reset and focus on your mental and emotional health through a dynamic session led by two experienced leadership coaches. Register here.

WebinarswithWomen: Is theSuperintendency forMe?

Additionally, we are partnering with the Illinois Principals’ Association and will be hosting a five-part series for aspiring female superintendents. We ask all superintendents to send the information to your female cabinet, central office members as well as building principals, assistant principals and teacher leaders who could benefit from the series. Be on the lookout for information on this event. The first session will launch December 1.

I swear it was one of the most amazing workshops ever. Courtney Orzel was more than knowledgeable, shared practical resources, allowed time for reflection and challenged us. It is in my top 3 during the last 20 years of professional learning. Her style of helping you to reflect on practices and embrace the what I can do and how I can grow in this field was thoughtful and well organized. KUDOS for this workshop. I am recommending it to all I know. “”

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