OUR EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
The SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness program expertly adapts the traditional basis of yoga and meditation specifically for the public school setting.
Take our training, attend our professional development sessions, and access our digital lessons to create learners who contribute positively to classrooms, schools, and communities. In the process, educators will enhance their own well-being and teaching talents.
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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE
SCHOOL YOGA & MINDFULNESS TEACHER TRAINING?
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Teacher Professional Development
- Teacher Wellness Tools
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Classroom Management Tools
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Student Mental Health Tools
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Proactive Approach For Building Empathetic Attitudes for Learning
WHAT WILL I GAIN?
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SEL Techniques: Learn effective SEL methods for all classroom members.
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Academic Boost: Enhance academic performance with Common Core-aligned strategies.
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Classroom Tools: Use breathing, movement, and mindfulness exercises tailored for classrooms.
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Well-Being Support: Improve well-being for both students and educators.
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Earn Salary Points: LAUSD teachers earn salary points.
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Certification: Receive a Certificate and Letter of Completion.
WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE?
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Elementary or secondary school teacher who wants to bring social and emotional learning skills to their students
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Teachers who are interested in incorporating physical, mental, and emotional wellness for students
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Teachers who would like more effective classroom management tools that improve focus, listening, and positive attitudes
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Teachers who want to establish a short but effective personal practice to enhance their own mindfulness and well-being
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All are welcome, with no yoga mindfulness experience required
COURSE OPTIONS
ONLINE COURSES
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75-hour Course
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Open to K-12 teachers, counselors, and social workers in all districts
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LAUSD teachers earn two salary points
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Self-paced learning that includes online interaction with fellow teachers and the course teacher, Kelly Wood
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES
SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness - Building The Basics
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Date: January 11th, 2025
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Free 1-hour session on Zoom
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Recommended to learn the program basics and ask questions about the full training (either online or in person)
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K-12 educators in all districts are welcome to join us!
IN-PERSON COURSES
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45-hour Course
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Fall 2024 dates coming soon
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Four days of training (two Saturdays & Sundays) 15 hours
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Homework assignments to complete outside of four training days (30 hours)
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LAUSD teachers earn one salary point
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Location: Milagro Charter School
SCHOOL Yoga Library (Digital Lessons)
SCHOOL Yoga Library
K-4th grade teachers can sign up for access to our digital lessons by going to the Library Membership page. Lessons are projected onto the whiteboard during the bell schedule for students and teachers to practice together.
Educators can learn our comprehensive SEL curriculum by taking the online training course or by practicing digital lessons from the SCHOOL Yoga Library with their students. The SCHOOL Yoga Library is designed for K-4 teachers, while the SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher Training is open to K-12 teachers.
For any questions, email us at info@school-yoga.org. We’ll respond within 48 hours.