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MSSWA Region 4A Meeting
When
12/01/2015
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location
Anoka-Hennepin Ed Services Ctr, 2727 N. Ferry Street, Anoka, MN
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MSSWA Region 4A Meeting:
Mindfulness at School
Presented by Mary T. Schmitz
Tuesday, December 1st
5pm--7pm
George Petty Room
Anoka-Hennepin Educational Services Center
2727 N. Ferry Street
Anoka, MN 55303
Mindfulness at School: An Introduction
Mindfulness, intentionally bringing awareness to the current moment, has been receiving a lot of attention as of late. Mary T. Schmitz, LICSW, & Mindful Education Specialist for Elk River Area Schools will help educators understand what Mindfulness is and why it makes sense to practice Mindfulness at school. By considering current neuroscience research as well as what we know about how children learn along with noticing what often interrupts that process, namely emotion dysregulation and lack of focus, Schmitz will share how Mindfulness may be an anecdote. Additionally, Mary T. will create fun, safe space for educators to learn some Mindfulness Practices for self-care.
OBJECTIVES:
● Explore Mind-Body connection and how it affects learning and behavior
● Increase understanding of Mindfulness and the neuroscience of attention, learning and behavior
● Describe cognitive, social, and emotional benefits of Mindfulness Practice
● Provide insight and Practice for Educators to integrate Mindfulness into their personal lives as a means to manage and reduce stress and decrease educator burnout.
Mary T. is a LICSW and been working as a School Social Worker for over two decades. Currently, Mary T. is the Mindfulness Education Specialist for the Elk River Area School District. Schmitz’ training specific to Mindfulness includes:
Yoga Calm Certified Trainer, 2015
MBSR Teacher Endorsement, UMASS Medical, 2015
RYT 200 Teacher Training, 2014
Mindful Education Institute (MEI)Graduate, 2013
Mindful Schools & Still, Quiet Place Curriculum Trainings, 2012
Please contact your 4A Region Representative w/questions:
Julia Messenger, LGSW
School Social Worker
Sand Creek Elementary
763-506-4374
Julia.Messenger@anoka.k12.mn.us
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