Developing “Grit” to Increase College and Career Readiness

Posted by on October 21, 2013

Join Foundations, Inc. this fall as we hear from three dynamic leaders from nationally renowned organizations in education and youth development on critically important topics affecting kids today!

Each webinar will be one hour in length, including time for Q&A with the speaker.

We have two November expert webinars with Boys & Girls Clubs of America and National Writing Project coming up soon (see below for our latest email). I’ve also set up a special coupon code for registrants to get 15% off the webinars.  Use coupon code LEAD13 at checkout to receive the discount.

Join Foundations, Inc. this fall as we hear from three dynamic leaders from nationally renowned organizations in education and youth development on critically important topics affecting kids today!

Each webinar will be one hour in length, including time for Q&A with the speaker.

Developing “Grit” to Increase College and Career Readiness

Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Guest Expert: Dr. Damon A. Williams
November 7, 2013
1:00-2:00 PM EST
Only $34.95

Explore the concept of “grit” and how perseverance and passion for reaching long term goals is relevant to college and career readiness. Then, discuss the significant roles expanded learning programs can play in developing this essential quality in our children and youth.

Click here to register now!
http://www.foundationsinc.org/node/1620

Creating Connected Learning
Opportunities to Improve Student
Writing and Literacy Skills

National Writing Project
Guest Expert: Elyse Eidman-Aadahl
November 14, 2013
1:00-2:00 PM EST
Only $34.95

Investigate the promise of out-of-school time “Connected Learning” writing activities and projects, which mine the learning potential of social and digital media domains for increasing student engagement. Get tips and resources for making your program a Connected Learning space.

Click here to register now!
http://www.foundationsinc.org/node/1621