Empowering Educators: Anxiety, Neurodiversity and Emotional Regulation Half Day PD - Friday 16th May 2025, Rotorua, New Zealand

Join us for a transformative half-day training for Primary School Educators.

Anxiety is a normal emotion, and all tamariki experience it, but for some, it can impact learning and their ability to participate in school life.

Teachers and learning support staff play a vital role in helping learners with anxiety by creating safe and supportive environments. This Rotary-sponsored session will give educators practical strategies to recognize and support tamariki with anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, and neurodiversity.

Join experienced facilitator Cat Levine for an interactive workshop designed for primary school educators.

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Proudly Sponsored by Rotary District 9930

"Better Together," emphasizes the power of collaboration, unity, and collective action within our community.

We are excited to able able to offer this special PD session in collaboration with Think and Be Me to educators FREE of charge within the regions we serve - Please get in touch if you have any questions

Rotary Event Coordinator: Maria Dangerfield

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Who Should Attend?

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS

  • Build a supportive and engaging learning environment.

SCHOOL LEADERS AND ADMINISTRATORS

  • Gain insights into school-wide well-being initiatives.

ANYONE IN STUDENT CARE

  • Equip yourself to provide essential support.

This program is perfect for anyone involved in student well-being and classroom support.

BETTER TOGETHER - SPONSORED BY ROTARY

At this transformative training you will learn and gain knowledge in

UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE OF EMOTIONS

  • Unraveling Anxiety: Delve into the science and causes of anxiety in children.
  • Recognising the Signs: Learn to identify anxiety and emotional regulation challenges in your students, and 3 indicators professional help is required.
  • The Neurodiversity Connection: Explore the link between anxiety and neurodiversity, including overlapping behaviour and strategies

PRACTICAL TOOLS AND STRATEGIES FOR EMOTIONAL REGULATION

  • TBM Characters: Introduce tamariki to the relatable characters of Worry Watchdog, Angry Dragon, and Cool Cat through our videos, songs and stories to 
  • Recognise their own Angry Dragon and Worry Watchdog behaviours and thoughts
  • Teach the 3 step emotional regulation framework with the help of Cool Cat
  • Develop self awareness, and a common language at home and at school
  • Improve inclusivity, support and understanding among peers
  • Build Resilience: Foster a positive mindset through Cool Cat thinking

ACCESS TO A COMPREHENSIVE, USER FRIENDLY TOOL KIT

  • NZ Curriculum-Aligned Digital Resources: Fun, easy-to-use, and evidence-based digital resources, including animations and songs, to support your students' learning.
  • CBT-Informed Strategies: Learn practical techniques rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy to help your students manage their emotions effectively.

Better together - sponsored by rotary

What You’ll Gain

HANDS ON LEARNING

Participate in engaging activities and discussions.

Join experienced facilitator Cat Levine for an interactive, hands-on session designed specifically for educators in primary schools.

This session includes discussions and activities to build your kete with strategies that you can implement immediately.

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Access a comprehensive toolkit to enhance your practice.

Gain access to a suite of physical and digital resources for implementation in classroom & school environment.

COMPLEMENTARY LUNCH

Enjoy a lunch sponsored by Rotary during the event.

By the end of this training you will be able to:

  • Identify and support anxiety and neurodiversity in your tamariki
  • Implement effective strategies to support all students including those with anxiety and neurodiversity.
  • Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
  • Empower your students to develop self-awareness and self-regulation skills.
  • Utilize evidence-based practices to improve student outcomes

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Event Details

  • Duration: 3.5hrs 10am -1:30pm
  • Date: Friday 16th May 2025
  • Location: Energy Events Centre Rotorua
  • Cost: FREE - with thanks to Rotary
  • Space is limited - please register interest now
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