Start the school year with a toolbox filled with innovative and practical strategies for conflict resolution in your classroom and school.

Day 1, Monday, August 25:

Persuasion Power: Using Strategic Language to Build Relationships and Solve Problems

How many times have we gotten boxed into confrontations where we move one step forward and two steps back with students? Perhaps we achieve temporary compliance, but we lose goodwill and cooperation in the process. The problem goes underground and the relationship suffers. In this session, you will learn and practice proven techniques for gaining cooperation from difficult people by using skills of persuasion.

Day 2, Tuesday, August 26:

Enhancing Healthy Relationships: Skill-based Interactions in the Peaceful School

• Learn seven tested methods of de-escalating tense situations with pupils and staff.
• Learn and practice an innovative technique to address emotionally-charged topics.
• Explore the ethical use of power in gaining cooperation from initially-resistant people.
• Learn how PSI can support your work in the area of school climate.

About the Facilitator

Rick Lewis is a Regional Coordinator for Peaceful Schools International in South Florida. Rick has served as the Training Coordinator in the Department of Safety and Learning Environments in the School District of Palm Beach County, FL, since 1993. Prior to that, Rick worked as a counselor and educator in a wide variety of therapeutic settings. Much of his work in Safe Schools has focused on conflict resolution and mediation and five of his works have been published by the Peace Education Foundation. He has trained thousands of students and staff in peace skills, diplomatic intervention, persuasion, and effective communication. Rick loves his work and always says, "I have the best job in the District."

Registration:

Registration is NOW OPEN. Please register using our online form. Register early - spaces are limited!

Registration Fee:
$65.00 for both days
$40.00 for one day