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Training and events.
PEDALS offers training programs for schools, organizations, and parents to improve social-emotional learning implementation.
Annual Kickoff – August
The PEDALS Year One Kickoff is an opportunity for teachers, school administrators, and the PEDALS team to come together for a day of fun, games, learning, and relationship-building. The event includes breakout sessions with a coach, content sharing, and an overview of the PEDALS model and the Second Step curriculum.
Participants will enjoy breakfast and lunch, fun raffles, and leave with some goodies to share. All teachers and assistants in their first year with PEDALS are required to attend.
Sustainability Retreat – by request
Our Sustainability Retreat is an event designed for PEDALS year-two teachers and their assistants. This training is mandatory and lasts for approximately three hours. The event includes breakout sessions with a coach, content sharing, raffles, and a delicious meal. The coaches aim to ensure that when the teachers attend this training, they will be able to sustain the PEDALS model in their classroom with accuracy and consistency.
Parent training – by request
The PEDALS Parent Training program provides families with a comprehensive overview of what they can anticipate from classroom teachers who participate in the program. During this event, families are introduced to their coach and are provided with parent materials through the Second Step curriculum. The PowerPoint presentation is typically presented at the agency’s “Parent Night” and typically spans for about an hour.
Calm Down Corner Training – by request
The PEDALS Calm Down Corner Training supports the Second Step curriculum. The training complements the calm-down poster, which helps children learn how to manage their emotions by taking deep breaths when feeling angry or sad.
Classroom teachers and their assistants are eligible to receive this training, which provides a comprehensive guide on how to create a safe space for children to manage their emotions. Additionally, the training provides insights on what materials teachers can use to make the space more inviting for children who exhibit strong emotions and challenging behaviors.
