Join us for part two of our conversation with experts from the Neurosequential Model in Education (NME) team. In this follow-up session, we’ll dig deeper into what it means to create classrooms and school systems that reflect how the brain learns, regulates, and connects. Whether you joined the first webinar or are just jumping in, this session will equip you with more tools and real-world strategies to support student behavior, build relationships, and stay regulated as an educator. We’ll explore how these principles apply across age groups, how to move from reactive to proactive practices, and how schools can begin to align systems with what the brain actually needs.
– Originally discussed live on June 12, 2025

As the 2024–25 school year winds down, this is the perfect time to reflect on the mental health lessons we’ve learned—and to prepare for a stronger, more connected school year ahead. This free national webinar brings together top voices in student services and educational leadership for a conversation focused on what truly drives student wellbeing: connection. Together, we’ll explore:
- Mental health trends and their real-world impact on students and staff
- The power of having a trusted adult—and how to build that into your systems
- School-community partnerships that improve student outcomes
- Real strategies you can apply this summer or fall to foster belonging and resilience
– Originally discussed live on May 22, 2025

Every educator has faced moments when a student’s behavior leaves them feeling confused, frustrated, or at a loss. Whether it’s a student shutting down, lashing out, or reacting in ways that don’t “fit” their age or environment, the question remains: What’s really going on—and how can I help? This webinar is designed to answer that question in a way that’s grounded in brain science and filled with practical, usable tools. You’ll be introduced to the Neurosequential Model in Education (NME)—a powerful framework developed by Dr. Bruce Perry that helps educators understand student behavior through the lens of brain development, stress response, and regulation. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all strategies, NME empowers educators to see behavior differently—as communication, as adaptation, and as an invitation to connect. You’ll discover how even the most challenging moments can become opportunities to build trust, support regulation, and foster resilience. Through stories, examples, and a lively panel conversation, we’ll explore how to support students whose emotional responses seem out of sync with expectations, how to help students regulate before we reason with them, and how understanding “state-dependent functioning” can completely change the way we approach learning and discipline. Whether you’re a classroom teacher, administrator, counselor, or support staff member, this conversation will meet you where you are. You’ll leave with a renewed sense of hope, practical strategies for your very next tough moment, and a deeper understanding of how to support both students and yourself in the process.