Velda McKenzie is a 35+ year veteran of the classroom. She has taught physical education, science, and reading to students from PreK-6th grade and regularly delivers keynotes, in-service training, and classroom coaching. She has received numerous honors, including the 2015 Pioneer in Education and the 2004 Mexico, Missouri Teacher of the Year. She is passionate about Conscious Discipline and equipping others with the skills to respond rather than react to life’s situations. Her presentations are described as empowering, upbeat, and engaging.

Velda McKenzie
Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor
Centralia, MO
Experience
Velda is a 35+ year veteran of the classroom. Her experiences include teaching grades PreK – 6th physical education and 4th grade science and reading.
Specialization
Velda specializes in PreK through Middle School, Special Areas, After-school Care, training for large and small groups, Keynotes, and coaching first year teachers.
Certification
Velda is a Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor and has received numerous honors, including the Pioneer in Education Award in 2015.
Education
Velda graduated from Central Missouri State University with a bachelor’s degree in Education. She has since taken numerous graduate classes in various areas.
"Velda empowered us with her knowledge and understanding of Conscious Discipline. She has a way of relaying the Conscious Discipline message through the use of her own experiences in life. Her methods of facilitating her presentation with movement, songs, personal stories, visual aids, laughter and tears."
"Velda's presentations were well-organized and upbeat with all participants actively engaged. She not only demonstrates the techniques of Conscious Discipline, but provided ways of implementing in the classroom."
"Velda was instrumental in leading Conscious Discipline philosophy and solidifying beliefs in the programs a meaningful way to work with students by examine our own skills in our building. Her contagious sense of humor brightens the smiles of everyone associated with her."
"Velda and Conscious Discipline greatly aided me in my first year of teaching. She showed how to make a safe and loving environment where everyone learns best. Velda and Conscious Discipline helped me learn how to stay calm and relaxed."
"Velda's training was excellent, and the pace of the whole day was great. It didn't seem like we were there for six hours! My staff and I gained more common language to use, and the hands-on materials and practice were very helpful. In addition, Velda's sharing of personal experiences made us realize she is on a journey as well. My staff said that they could relate to her personally and professionally, making the training more meaningful."