With the increased occurrences of violence and suicides in schools across the country, as parents and community members, lets come together to promote programs for our youth and schools that teach how to make decisions from a space of calm and reduce impulsive negative behavior. Learn how we can create "Stress-Free, Violence-Free Schools" as YES! For Schools has done across the United States in 160+ schools.
Local lawmakers, educators and teachers from our area and neighboring school districts will be attending.
FREE Event, RSVP is required to attend - Open to adults and youth 8-17 years
RSVP: http://tiny.cc/YESMAY12
On May 12th (3.00 -5.00 PM):
- Experience first-hand YES! For Schools tools & techniques to manage stress & negative emotions
- Listen to a dynamic keynote speaker, Principal Johane Ligande from NY who transformed her school by incorporating YES! For Schools’ “Culture of Peace.” (https://vimeo.com/127963672 )
- Interact and hear from the National Executive Director of YES!, Elan Gepner.
- Enjoy an ice-cream social after the event!
YES! For Schools’ has achieved demonstrated results in:
- Improved focus and concentration that enhance learning & working
- Increased self-confidence to handle academic, peer & social pressures
- When implemented in schools has improved academic performance and reduced teacher burnout
YES! For Schools is a program of the International Association for Human Values, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. In nearly 10 years YES! For Schools has served 90,000 students and teachers in more than 160+ schools in the United States & has programs across the globe.
Impact & Research: http://youthempowermentseminar.org/our-impact/
