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This Women’s Equality Day, let's celebrate the remarkable women who are redefining executive function research and making strides in the field of neurodiversity. 🙌 WHY IS THIS SO IMPORTANT? 💭💡 Having role models who reflect the diversity and brilliance of these women shows our children—especially girls—that they are capable of anything! By witnessing these achievements, they can envision new possibilities for themselves. Representation matters, and these leaders are paving the way for a future where every student, regardless of their neurodiverse profile, can thrive. 👩🏫 Let’s empower the next generation by sharing these stories and continuing the conversation about executive function and the powerful impact of women in this field. 👂 If you want to hear these experts speak, make sure to sign up for our upcoming Executive Function Conference : https://lnkd.in/e-RkmsBj Post features: Lynn Meltzer, Ph.D. Dr. Julie Dunstan (Founder of reFLEXions, Director of I-PLAY from The Reading Clinic) Sucheta Kamath (Founder of ExQ®) Dr. Kalyani Krishnan (Founder of Wise Minds Learning)

After COVID kids were disconnected. Reconnect them. SMARTS CONNECT is the newest research-based executive function curriculum. SMARTS CONNECT is designed to help your middle schoolers: 🤔 Develop an understanding of themselves as learners, setting them up for a lifetime of success 🏆 Gain confidence in their strengths and awareness of their challenges, boosting their self esteem HOW 🌐 minimal-prep digital curriculum 🎮 tailored interactive lessons SMARTS (Strategies, Motivation, Awareness, Resilience, Talents, Success) is the flagship curriculum developed and distributed by the Research Institute for Learning and Development under the leadership of Lynn Meltzer, Ph.D. and her team of educational professionals. Don’t miss the chance to give your students a head start, learn more about SMARTS CONNECT today! Learn More: https://lnkd.in/erzgg_2b

We're thrilled to announce the release of SMARTS CONNECT, our research-based executive function curriculum designed by ResearchILD under the direction of Lynn Meltzer, Ph.D. specifically for middle school students. 📚✨ Middle school brings new social and academic challenges, and SMARTS CONNECT is here to help students navigate them with confidence. With our curriculum, students will learn essential executive function strategies to: 🎯 Set goals 🔄 Think flexibly 📅 Organize and prioritize 📈 Monitor their work ✅ Self-check With SMARTS (Strategies, Motivation, Awareness, Resilience, Talents, Success), students will gain the self-understanding and persistence needed to tackle tasks like time management, organizing their backpacks, studying for tests, and more. Equip your students with the tools they need to thrive! 🌟 

🌟Learn the answer to this questions and more at our 39th Annual Executive Function Conference! 🌟 🗓️ Dates: Thursday and Friday, November 14-15, 2024 💻 Fully Virtual Event 🎟️ Early Bird Rate: $499 (through July 31, 2024) | Regular Price: $595 Explore the crucial link between #ExecutiveFunction and #Motivation, focusing on student agency, engagement, and connectedness from #K-12 to #college. This year's conference will delve into themes like neurodiversity, absenteeism, emotional connectedness, resilience, flexible thinking, and more. Join thought leader Charles Fadel, MBA, from Center for Curriculum Redesign for the session “Education for the Age of AI” for a clear, practical look at how #AI is transforming #education. Discover: What We Teach 🤖 – How AI is modernizing traditional subjects like Math and History, and why new disciplines like Engineering and Social Sciences are essential. How We Teach 🛠️ – The shift from teaching content to fostering concepts and competencies to build expertise and facilitate learning transfer. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from experts shaping the future of education 📢 https://lnkd.in/eq9miqDe

🌟Learn the answer to this questions and more at our 39th Annual Executive Function Conference! 🌟 💡 Don't forget our register 3 get 1 free deal is still ongoing! 🗓️ Dates: Thursday and Friday, November 14-15, 2024 💻 Fully Virtual Event 🎟️ Early Bird Rate: $499 (through July 31, 2024) | Regular Price: $595 Explore the crucial link between #executivefunction and Motivation, focusing on student agency, engagement, and connectedness from K-12 to college. This year's conference will delve into themes like #neurodiversity, #absenteeism, #emotionalconnectedness, resilience, flexible thinking, and more. Speaking at the conference is thought leader Shadae Harris, Ed.D., on “We Love You Here: Decreasing Chronic Absenteeism.” Explore the crucial components of effective engagement aimed at fostering meaningful and trusting relationships. This workshop will focus on the dual capacity-building framework, which not only strengthens family partnerships but also significantly reduces #chronicabsenteeism. Dr. Shadae Thomas Harris, the former Chief Engagement Officer at Richmond Public Schools, successfully established their inaugural Office of Engagement and notably decreased chronic absenteeism by nearly 20% during her tenure. Currently, Dr. Harris leads Groundwork Consulting, assisting school districts and organizations nationwide in developing robust engagement systems that prioritize families. She is also a distinguished Professor in Residence at Virginia State University and a founding faculty member of the VSU Engagement Institute. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from experts shaping the future of #education 📢 Registration is now open: https://lnkd.in/e-wmbVmw

Inspire and empower your leaders ! 🌟 Register 3+ attendees from your school or district using our website, and a 4th will receive free admission! General Registration is also available for 1-2 attendees. Hurry, you must register by Sunday, June 30 to take advantage of this offer. 🗓️ Dates: Thursday and Friday, November 14-15, 2024 💻 Fully Virtual Event 🎟️ Early Bird Rate: $499 (through July 31, 2024) | Regular Price: $595 Explore the crucial link between Executive Function and Motivation, focusing on student agency, engagement, and connectedness from K-12 to college. This year's conference will delve into themes like neurodiversity, absenteeism, emotional connectedness, resilience, flexible thinking, and more. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eVxQehqe

Join our dedicated team at ResearchILD, directed by Lynn Meltzer, and make a real difference in the lives of students with learning differences and executive function challenges! Become part of a passionate group committed to developing innovative educational solutions that empower students to succeed. Educational Specialist: Provide SMARTS Executive Function strategy training to educators worldwide, design educational curricula, and offer individualized academic support and executive function instruction to students of all ages. Director of Curriculum and Digital Learning: Oversee the implementation and growth of educational curricula and services, shape programmatic direction, and lead a comprehensive program portfolio to magnify the impact of executive function strategies. Curriculum and Learning Design Specialist: Develop and implement engaging educational materials for the SMARTS program, utilizing educational technology to enhance curriculum delivery. Go to our website to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e3xDHr56

Why do our students feel so anxious and stressed in school? How can we engage children in the learning process by promoting self-understanding, strategic learning, and self-confidence? The SMARTS team will be tackling these big questions and providing actionable solutions during their session at Pathways for Children Youth at Risk conference today. If you are in the area, make sure to try to stop by!

We're thrilled to see Dr. Shadae Thomas Harris speak at the White House tomorrow, sharing her invaluable insights on student engagement! Join us for more of Dr. Harris' expertise at our upcoming Executive Function Conference on November 14-15. 🗣️ 🧠