Discussion: The Limitations of Teaching ‘Grit’ in the Classroom

Posted by Sandbox Collective on April 25, 2016

Join us in May as we discuss this article from the Atlantic and discuss “The Limitations of Teaching ‘Grit’ in the Classroom.” Whether or not you are in a traditional classroom, this conversation is for you.

In an effort to help expand people’s networks, each attendee is asked to invite and bring at least one person with them. Consider bringing someone who you think others really MUST meet; bring someone who needs a little push to get out of his/her comfort zone; bring someone you’ve been wanting to get to know better. If everyone does this we’ll all expand our networks and have a lively discussion about how we celebrate our work. RSVP here.

At every gathering we offer suggestions, tips and resources about how you can take back with you the things we discuss and learn together, so you will return to your program with new ideas, resources and new connections.

The Goals of The Sandbox Collective: To create an alternative to traditional professional development experiences and to host a forum for networking, resource sharing and collaboration for adults who: work with, on behalf of, and advocate for youth in Philadelphia.

You should join us if these guiding principles resonate with you:

• You use a strengths-based approach to work with youth, families & communities;
• You have an interest in collaborating with adults who work with, for, and/or on behalf of youth;
• You look at your work as a juicy extension of your purpose;
• A part of you wants to create from outside of the ‘systems’;
• You think that work and play can co-exist;
• You are seeking thought/test partners who share similar values abut their approach to working with youth, families, & communities

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sandbox-collective-networking-for-youth-develpoment-professionals-tickets-24662447043