Meeting of the Minds: All Hands on Deck – Using Collective Impact to Dismantle the School to Prison Pipeline (Part 2) Moderator: Dr. Rebecca Mendiola, CEO, Collective Impact Solutions, San Diego, CA Presenters: Tia Martinez, JD, CEO, Forward Change, San Francisco, CA; Rhonda Beasley, Coordinator, Santa Clara County Office of Education, San Jose, CA; Dr. Rebecca Mendiola, CEO, Collective Impact Solutions, San Diego, CA; Special Guest: Tiffany Gipson, Program Director: Quality Initiatives, California Afterschool Network, Sacramento, CA This online presentation is the second part of this series sharing a brief introduction of a collective impact effort bringing together national, state and local experts to create a single system of support across a county system to improve education and dismantle the school to prison pipeline.  Presenters will also discuss how we should think of our work differently in our current system. PK, E, M, H, HE

Self-care is a necessary and important part of every individual’s overall health. Join BOOST and our partners to learn strategies to recharge yourself, practice good mental habits, and be resilient during these times. To be able to care for the people you love, you must first take care of yourself. Featured Speakers: Gabriela B. Delgado, Senior Manager, Student Services and Programs, San Diego County Office of Education, San Diego, CA; Erika Petrelli, Senior Vice President of Leadership Development, The Leadership Program, NY, New York; Sonia Toledo, Founder, Dignity of Children, Inc., NY, New York

Students come to us with their own emotions, triggers, and trauma. When students see respect, empathy, and kindness modeled, they are more likely to respond in similar ways; but it is not enough to just model social and emotional skills, these must be strategically and continually taught. Join us for tools and resources to support our students through kindness, empathy, and SEL learning. Featured Speakers: Julia Gabor, Mindful Founder, kid-grit, Los Angeles, CA; Nathan Houston, Founder of #iAmImpact, #iAmImpact, Sacramento, CA

Learn fun, creative, and engaging ways to inspire youth and inspire learning. This session boosts the intersection of Ed Tech and sparking creativity with your students. Featured Speakers: Monica Burns, Ed.D., EdTech & Curriculum Consultant, Founder of Class Tech Tips, LLC, New York, NY; Stephen Tafoya, Director of Older Boys Program, The Club for Boys, Rapid City, SD

Learn fun ways to engage students in being physically active while practicing physical distancing. Exercise is especially important for kids during tough times because it can reduce stress, prevent weight gain, and boost the immune system. Get ready to move! Featured Speakers: Stacy Baugues, Founder & CEO, PowerUp Fitness, LLC, Knoxville, TN; Sandy Slade, CEO & Founder, Skillastics, Corona, CA

In recent months it has been more of a challenge to create and maintain healthy and nutritious eating habits for children, youth, and families. Join us to learn tips and resources to support your students and keep them healthy. Featured Speakers: Andres De La Peza, Director of Learning, Woodcraft Rangers, Los Angeles, CA; Clarissa Hayes, Senior Child Nutrition Policy Analyst, Food Research & Action Center, Berkeley, CA; Daniel Hatcher, Director, Community Partnerships, Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Washington, D.C.  

Join us for a hands-on workshop to highlight fun, meaningful, and interactive enrichment activities to engage your students and foster their academic success. Virtual field trips, games, and activities that can be easily implemented will be covered. DS, E, M Featured Speakers: Larissa Johnson, Edutainer, Rockville, MD; Eric Rowles, President/CEO, Leading to Change, Huntersville, NC; Leo Van Warmerdam, Director of Training & Development, Fulcrum Adventures, Los Angeles, CA

Curious about STEM activities to engage your students? Join BOOST and our partners for a fun online STEM workshop. Reach students through hands-on discovery to inspire youth and inspire learning. MLA, DS, E Featured Speakers: Jane Felling, Consultant – Author; John Felling, Consultant – Author, Box Cars and One-Eyed Jacks, Edmonton, Alberta; Nancy McIntyre, Community Innovation Manager, REC Foundation, San Jose, CA; Nick Monzi, CEO & Co-Founder, Learn Fresh Education Co., Philadelphia, PA

Get ready to PLAY!  In this highly interactive, hands on, and tool-filled presentation, participants will be introduced to low, medium, and high-tech virtual games and activities that can be easily replicated!  From creating the awesome party room, searching for your silent leader, taking tic-tac-toe to a new level, and even an incredible team created music beat-box machine!  Come join our friends and partners at Leading To Change for one of the most dynamic zoomcasts that you’ll participate in! DS, E, M, H Featured Speaker: Eric Rowles, President/CEO, Leading to Change, Huntersville, NC

10:00am-12:00pm PST No cost Featured Speaker: Stan Davis, Managing Director/Trainer, HAP Training, Petaluma, CA “Accountability with Compassion.” How to hold yourself, the people you work with, and the kids you serve, to High Expectations and get results… all while treating yourself, and others, with Compassion and Grace. ULA, MLA, DS E, M, H, HE