Essentials of the Art of Coaching | Philadelphia, PA

Develop foundational skills for transformational coaching in our signature workshop

What to Expect:

This highly interactive workshop is based on Elena's best-selling book, The Art of Coaching (2013). It introduces participants to tools and resources, with an opportunity see them modeled right away. New and experienced coaches alike will gain clarity about what coaching is and what a coach can do in schools. Administrators will leave with an expanded set of tools for leading the adults on their teams. This workshop also provides educators with a chance to slow down and reflect on their values and remember what brought them into this field. Those who design and deliver professional development as part of their jobs will also experience exceptional facilitation, learning just as much about delivering PD as they learn about coaching. Participants leave with renewed energy, inspired to return to their schools to implement all that they have learned.

Workshop Outcomes:

• Acquire powerful methods to facilitate the learning of adults
• Expand their definition of coaching
• Identify the three components of a transformational coaching conversation and use multiple strategies for each component
• Explore the impact of transformational coaching strategies
• Develop self-awareness and gain confidence as coaches and leaders

Activities Include:

• Observing and deconstructing masterful coaching
• Identifying core values
• Refining listening strategies
• Learning new analytical frameworks and applying them to real scenarios
• Role playing coaching conversations

The Details:

Duration: 2 days

Who Should Attend: New and experienced coaches and mentors; administrators who want to use coaching strategies; teacher leaders, deans and department heads; those who work in public, charter and private schools; any educator in any school anywhere.

Prerequisites: Participants are strongly encouraged to read The Art of Coaching prior to attending the workshop. Pre-work will sent out to all participants and takes one to two hours to complete.

What Participants are Saying:

"This training helped me grow not only as a coach but as a leader." - Kari, central office administrator, Austin"I've ready Elena's book (The Art of Coaching), but it was more meaningful to have the face-to-face instruction. Now I know what transformational coaching LOOKS like and have developed the foundational skills to continue growing as a transformational coach. Now the book can guide my practice ongoing." Sherri, coach, Baltimore "This was a life changing training." - Ari, coach, Oakland"I got SO much from the colleagues who were in attendance. I was excited to meet so many very smart and thoughtful people from all over the country. It was invaluable to hear the experiences of others and to gain wisdom from them. I am a new coach, and was soaking in everything they had to say. Thank you!" - Kit, coach, Austin

Ticket Types:

* All ticket types include a copy of Elena's best-selling book, The Art of Coaching*

Individuals:

• Individual: $975
• Individual Early Bird: $875 - register 2+ months in advance of the workshop start date to take advantage of this special offer!

Groups of 6 or more paying together:

• Group: $875/person
• Group Early Bird: $775/person - register 2+ months in advance of the workshop start date to take advantage of this special offer!

Work Trade: $450

Our work trade program allows those interested in attending but unable to afford the full ticket price the opportunity to attend at a reduced rate in exchange for providing on the ground logistical support over the course of the workshop. There are a very small number of these tickets available at each of our events.

• I have questions that are not answered here. Who should I reach out to? We're happy to help! Email info@brightmorningteam.com

Please note: Participants at our workshops are strongly encouraged to go low- or no-tech. We encourage participants to write by hand and ask that cell phones are tucked away except during breaks and lunch. We strive to create a focused and safe learning space and ask participants to be fully present.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do you have suggestions for lodging? Due to the wide range of personal preferences for lodging accommodations, we do not provide recommendations.

• Is food included? Lunch is provided and there will be vegetarian options for those who have indicated a vegetarian diet. We are very sorry but specific food allergies or sensitivities can’t be accommodated at this time. Please bring your own lunch if you believe your dietary needs may not be met. There will also be coffee, tea, and morning snacks.

• Is there pre-work? There is a small amount of pre-work that will take 1-2 hours to complete. This will be sent to you three weeks prior to the workshop.

• What should I bring? A pen, a notebook (optional) and your pre-work.

• What is the attire? Dress comfortably and in layers so you can adjust if room temperature changes. We want to respect that some people are sensitive to strong scents or have environmental allergies, so please refrain from wearing products with strong scents.

• Am I able to transfer my registration? Yes, you may transfer your workshop registration up to one week prior to the workshop start date. There is a $50 processing fee for all transfers. Within one week of the workshop registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable as we are unable to adjust catering, materials and space requirements at that point.

• What happens if I can't attend?

• • Refunds requested more than 30 days before the workshop start date will be honored minus a $150 cancellation fee.
  • Within 30 days, and up to 1 week in advance of the workshop start date, a one-time registration transfer can be made to an alternate participant or another workshop. There is a $50 processing fee for all transfers.
  • Within one week of the workshop registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable as we are unable to adjust catering, materials and space requirements at that point.
  • A missed workshop is non-refundable and non-transferrable.