Faculty Professional Learning – Thursday 21- Friday 22 Nov

On Thursday and Friday, David worked with Learning Designers and Learning Assistants in a series of interactive sessions focused on deepening their understanding of key MBE concepts.

• Executive Function and Resilience:
  Faculty explored the vital role of executive functions—like working memory, flexible thinking, and self-control—in learning. David shared strategies to foster resilience, ensuring learners can persevere through challenges while developing strong cognitive and emotional skills.

• Belonging Mindset: The Role of Emotion in Cognition:
  In the final session, David emphasized the powerful connection between a sense of belonging and cognitive performance. He delved into how emotions influence learning, equipping faculty with approaches to create emotionally supportive environments that maximize engagement and academic growth.

David's sessions were a valuable opportunity for the VERSO community to unite around shared goals of fostering resilient, confident, and emotionally healthy learners. His expertise continues to inspire both educators and families to prioritize practices that nurture the mind and heart of each learner.

Thank you, as always, for being such an integral part of our learning community.

In my next update, I look forward to sharing with you a recount of two upcoming Beyond the Walls trips.

• C1-2 will visit Wow Park, where they will experience firsthand the power of light and sound—directly linking to their current Learning Lab on the movement and behavior of light and sound.
• C3-4 will spend the day at Roots at The Commons, supporting their Learning Lab as they investigate the evolution of successful businesses and how they have adapted over time.

These exciting trips will provide valuable real-world connections to the learning path they are on this quarter.  Stay tuned for more!