$1,849
This July, prepare for a transformative experience with our expert presenters at the life-changing Conscious Discipline Institute, an education event in Kansas City, MO. Unlike typical professional development offerings, this week-long educator event is a powerful catalyst for personal growth and professional development. It’s an opportunity to enhance your skills and shift your perspective in a supportive and engaging environment.
Conscious Discipline, an interactive and dynamic adults-first approach, has a proven track record of transforming mindsets and improving wellbeing for nearly three decades by hosting education events, including teacher conferences, workshops, and institutes.
By learning new concepts and strategies that promote self-regulation, you can then anticipate teaching in ways that foster connection, conflict resolution and growth in others. This education event in Kansas City will reignite your passion for your work and equip you with the tools to create an environment that cultivates composure, academic achievement, and emotional wellness for yourself and your students.
Conscious Discipline understands the struggles of everyday educators and parents. Our community develops a felt sense of safety and belonging required for learning retention, facilitates transformative practices, and fosters meaningful connections that lead to transformational change. You’ll meet and grow with like-minded people while discovering applicable strategies and tools to implement immediately.
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Space is limited, so register now to secure your seat!
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$1,849
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Location:
- Kansas City, MO
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Facilitators:
- Vicky Hepler
- Polly Beebe
Meet Your Facilitators
Vicky Hepler
Orlando, Florida
Vicky Hepler holds a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Purdue University and has worked in the field for more than 35 years, including extensive experience with children with special needs. In addition to being a contributing author to Dr. Becky Bailey’s book, Creating the School Family, Vicky is the creator of the “I Love You Rituals Literacy Packs” designed to strengthen those connections vital for optimal brain development while supporting language and literacy instruction.
Polly Beebe
Orlando, Florida
Polly Beebe has over 32 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. Her roles have included Pre-K Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher and Early Childhood Resource Teacher. Polly has seen firsthand how Conscious Discipline makes a positive impact in the lives of teachers, students and families. She has had the opportunity to learn new skills and strategies as a classroom teacher and coach, which she enjoys sharing with educators, parents, and caregivers through mentoring, workshops and presentations.More Information About This Event
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Who Should Attend?
Anyone with a love for learning, openness and curiosity is welcome at Conscious Discipline events. When educators and parents are unified, children thrive. This education event welcomes both on the path to better skills in care and education.
One of the core tenets of the Conscious Discipline methodology is that climate and culture impacts all achievement. Cultivating an environment that is optimal for all involved results in what we call the School Family.
At the Conscious Discipline Institute, attendees and instructors get the opportunity to build their own School Family. This means you are committed to learning, shifting old perspectives and connecting with others to pursue a brighter tomorrow for ourselves and our the children in our care. At our education events, you can expect to walk away with newfound hope and joy for what you do, as well as new friendships and support systems, a better understanding of the minds and hearts of young children, and how to implement learning strategies that foster safety and connection for years to come.
For over 25 years, Conscious Discipline has empowered educators and parents through transformative events, including teacher conferences, workshops, and institutes.
We welcome beginners and returning School Family alums alike! We are always happy to have you!
It doesn’t matter if you’ve never been to a Conscious Discipline event or if you’ve been to a dozen; there’s something for you at each one. Regardless of where you are in your academic career or as a caregiver, we guarantee renewed mindsets, opportunities to demonstrate new skills, and a growing system of support that lasts long after the event is over.
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Education Events Schedule
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Location & Hotel Rates
Location
Conscious Discipline Institute in Kansas City, MO will be hosted at:
North Kansas City Schools
6465 N. Prospect Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64118Hotels
Option 1
Homewood Suites by Hilton
10922 Parallel Parkway
Kansas City, KSSpecial rate is available for a limited time – limited rooms are available so don’t delay booking!
Booking link coming soon
Option 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites Kansas City/Liberty
8101 N. Church Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64158Special rate is available for a limited time – limited rooms are available so don’t delay booking!
Booking link coming soon
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About the Area
Coming soon!
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Scholarships & Helper Positions
Scholarships
The Conscious Discipline Institute Scholarship covers tuition fees and course materials for one Institute. Travel, accommodations, meals and any special discount packages are not covered. If you have registered for the 2024 Institute and you are selected to receive a scholarship, your registration fees will be refunded. Scholarship recipients may be asked to write a brief article and/or record a video testimony about your experience to be used for informational and promotional purposes. Prior scholarship recipients are not eligible. Scholarships are not transferable.Helper Positions
Helpers are an essential part of our team. They contribute to the success of our workshops by sharing their wonderful gifts. To apply for a helper position, you must be a graduate of the Conscious Discipline Institute. Helpers are typically selected in the following order: Conscious Discipline Certified Instructors, Conscious Discipline Certified Instructors, Advanced Institute Graduates, Institute Graduates. Institutes often sell out before we select our helpers. If you would like to attend the institute at full tuition even if you are not selected as a helper, register separately before helpers are chosen by submitting the standard registration form and payment. If we select you as a helper, we will refund your tuition. -
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Attendees of the Conscious Discipline Institute are approved to earn four (4) CEUs through Concordia University Wisconsin (CUW) for full attendance and participation in all aspects of the Institute including small group work and breakout sessions. Attendees who wish to obtain CEUs must apply through CUW at https://continuinged.cuw.edu/conscious-discipline.html. The Institute course code is EDGP 5108.
Here's What You'll Learn at Our Educator Event in Kansas City:
Transformation
Experience the transformative potential of Conscious Discipline as you discover how millions have revolutionized their schools and communities by decreasing problem behaviors, enhancing student achievement and wellness, and cultivating sustainable, positive climates.
Brain State Model
Learn how to recognize three basic brain/body states in yourself and others, how to foster brain integration, and how to help yourself and others upshift to an optimal state for learning and problem-solving.
Self-Regulation
Transform your approach to conflict and self-regulation with the Seven Powers for Conscious Adults, a mindset shift that empowers you to embody and model healthy behaviors. Then, equip yourself with the Seven Basic Skills of Discipline to implement actionable strategies for teaching children the skills that will positively impact their behavior.
School Family
Experience the power of a compassionate, cooperative School Family firsthand and discover how to create one in your own setting through both instruction and personal transformation during this immersive event.
The change starts with you.
Join thousands of global participants who have shifted their mindsets and transformed their teaching, parenting, and connections through our renowned Institutes. In Kansas City, experience the proven power of Conscious Discipline as you are guided deeper into its principles by expert facilitators, foster essential connections, and share exclusive insights from Dr. Becky Bailey.
Benefit from intimate enrollment, personalized practice groups led by experienced facilitators, and a focus on accurate understanding and implementation.
- Practice the Seven Powers for Conscious Adults: Gain the self-regulation and conflict resolution skills to reclaim control of your life.
- Harness the Seven Basic Skills of Discipline: Confidently address challenges, setbacks, and conflicts in healthy, productive ways.
- Unlock the Brain State Model: Understand the root causes of challenging behaviors and respond effectively to meet underlying needs and teach new skills.
- Experience the Power of Connection: Witness the transformative impact of safety and connection on learning and problem-solving as our Certified Instructor co-creates a compassionate School Family.
- Build Your Own School Family: Learn how to establish a strong, compassionate foundation where children thrive, develop social skills, build character, and reach their full potential.
