Overview
This year-long program prepares grade-level teachers to implement the Open Circle Curriculum in their classrooms. It includes two components: four days of experiential, cumulative training led by Open Circle staff and in-classroom coaching visits by Open Circle staff or certified peer coaches. Through this model, participants discover and practice facilitation teaching methods, learn to teach social and emotional skills using the Open Circle Curriculum, and explore ways to integrate Open Circle lessons throughout the school day.

In a 2009 survey, 95% of Core Program participants agreed that the program not only improved their knowledge and implementation of social and emotional learning, but also enhanced their overall teaching practice.

Research has shown that consistent use of the Open Circle Curriculum increases students' social skills, decreases violence and other problem behaviors, and supports an easier transition to middle school.

Participation in this program includes:

• Four 7-hour training days
• In-school coaching visits
• Open Circle Curriculum for each participant
• Professional Development Points (PDPs)
• Optional 3 graduate credits from Framingham State University (additional fee and assignments required)

Who Should Attend
This program is designed for grade K-5 classroom teachers as well as other school staff members who will regularly implement the Open Circle Curriculum in a classroom with a consistent group of students. Participants are expected to hold twice-weekly, 15-minute Open Circle Meetings throughout the school year.

This program requires a year-long commitment so that participants can practice and reinforce their learning over the course of a school year.

Schedule
All trainings are from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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    Day 1 & Day 2              Day 3                           Day 4                    
1) June 26-27, 2012          January 7, 2013            February 26, 2013
2) July 24-25, 2012           January 10, 2013           February 28, 2013
3) August 9-10, 2012        January 17, 2013           March 1, 2013   
4) August 14-15, 2012      January 22, 2013           March 4, 2013
5) August 20-21, 2012      January 23, 2013           March 5, 2013 
6) Sept. 20-21, 2012         January 24, 2013           March 8, 2013   
7) Sept. 27-28, 2012         February 4, 2013           March 11, 2013

Download Core Program Registration Form

Will a certified Peer Coach provide coaching?
Download Coach Agreement

For questions about our programs or the status of your registration, please contact us at info@open-circle.org or 781-283-3277.