Learn about recent research on mindfulness that is demonstrating exciting benefits for both educators and students. Learn simple mindfulness activities to implement in your own lives and to introduce to children. Mindfulness techniques can help all educators increase their ability to stay calm, focused and ready to teach. Leave with ideas to implement right away and suggestions of resources for further exploration.

Kristin Wiens (@kwiens62) is an Inclusion Coach for the Sooke School District (#62) located on Southern Vancouver Island. Kristin has worked as a Child and Family Counsellor, Life Skills teacher, Integration Support teacher and Curriculum Coordinator. Kristin is author/illustrator of graphics. You can find her videos and graphics at northstarpaths.com or, on Instagram @kristin.wiens or Twitter @kwiens62.