Build Positive Relationships in the Classroom Through Meaningful Conversations

Presented by Byron McClure, D.Ed., Director of Innovation, 7 Mindsets; Elizabeth Hurst, M.Ed., Curriculum and Assessment Specialist, 7 Mindsets; and Aleasha Stevens, Director of Education Services, 7 Mindsets

Sponsored by 7 Mindsets

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In this engaging and insightful edWebinar, Byron McClure, D.Ed. shares how educators can make relationships the center of learning and, in turn, positively impact school climate and culture. During this session, viewers:

• Learn the importance and benefits of building positive relationships in the classroom and how they can lead to a positive school culture
• Explore CASEL’s 3 Signature Practices, the Four Stages of Building Relational Capacity, and how to use conversations to build positive relationships between students and adults
• Understand the impact of building relationships on student learning and well-being

Viewers leave the session with a set of questions to implement into their classroom routines, based on where their class is in the Stages of Building Relational Capacity and personalized for their students. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers, librarians, school and district leaders, education technology leaders, and school counselors and psychologists.

About the Presenters

Byron McClure, D.Ed. is a high-energy, inspirational, and highly sought-after speaker who is on a mission to shift how people think from what’s wrong to what’s strong! He is a National Certified School Psychologist, the founder of Lessons For SEL, and currently, the Director of Innovation for 7 Mindsets.

Elizabeth Hurst, M.Ed. is a Curriculum and Assessment Specialist at 7 Mindsets, where she develops SEL curricula for PreK-12 as well as professional and personal development for adults. In her role, she also supports the ongoing implementation of SEL in schools and communities. As an educator, Elizabeth is an advocate for SEL as a vital part of an educational framework that supports the success and growth of the whole student as well as the health and well-being of all stakeholders in education including teachers, family members, and the community.

Aleasha Stevens is Director of Education Services at 7 Mindsets, where she provides the strategic vision and leads service delivery for the 7 Mindsets Customer Success organization. Driven by a passion to advocate for the needs of all learners—particularly those who historically have not been empowered to do so for themselves—Aleasha is uniquely poised to draw from 25+ years of experience in the field of education including teaching, training, and executive leadership. A resourceful and accomplished sponsor for change, Aleasha is well regarded for building trusting partnerships to create organizational advantage as well as breakthrough results for individuals. A passionate educator at her core, Aleasha prides herself on caring deeply for students, understanding the educator’s perspective, and bringing the voice of the classroom to the boardroom.

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Since 2009, 7 Mindsets has been providing an award-winning, easy-to-implement, proven, and transformational SEL curriculum and professional development program to pre-K-12 schools and districts. The research-based program helps educators create and sustain positive school cultures rooted in healthy relationships.