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Learn Strategies To Build A Thriving, Resilient, Learning Team That Gets Stuff Done


Many successful educators find themselves in leadership roles without substantive training on leading teams. Is this you?  


Based on Elena's best-selling book, The Art of Coaching Teams, this learning experience provides a framework and tools to lead an engaged, high-functioning team. This is a practical, hands-on workshop that blends technical skills with more complex theories that are vital for a thriving, resilient team. You'll see strategies modeled, have time to reflect on your own practice, and process the skills you're learning in a live format.

This workshop is designed for

  • Coaches

    New and experienced coaches, managers, teacher leaders, and mentors

  • Leaders

    Leaders who want to use coaching strategies to support and develop the adults on their teams

  • Educators

    Educators in all positions who work in public, charter, and private schools


What You'll Learn

1. New strategies to respond to resistance

2. Transformative methods to foster a trusting, inclusive team culture 

3. A process to ensure your team has a clear, shared purpose

4. The key to effective listening

5. New ways to boost your emotional intelligence and build the emotional intelligence of your team

6. How to plan purposeful meetings

7. How to navigate conflict

8. Simple strategies to make decision-making easier



Date & Location


Dates: Tuesday, July 23, 2024-Wednesday, July 24, 2024 (two days)

Time: 8:30 am-3:30 pm PT (90-min. lunch break each day)

Location: San Francisco, CA 

Mission Bay Conference Center at UCSF
1675 Owens Street
San Francisco, CA 94143

Can't attend? If you're interested in an in-person workshop for your group but none of the workshop dates work for you, express your interest in bringing Bright Morning to you by completing this quick form



How You'll Spend Your Time


Self-Paced Prework - 4 hours minimum

Prior to your workshop, your learning begins with a self-paced exploration of foundational knowledge and tools that are essential for leading thriving teams.


Live Learning - 2 days

This workshop is a 2-day in-person learning experience. Each day consists of 2 learning blocks with 90-min. lunch break in between. This workshop is highly interactive, allowing you to build skills and synthesize learning quickly.

Activities include:

  • Reflecting on your purpose and the purpose of your team 
  • Creating a trust-building plan
  • Observing and role-playing scenarios for coaching teams
  • Practicing transformative ways to respond to conflict
  • Improving your ability to listen for new understandings
  • Exploring how to make decisions on a team



What Else You Need to Know

Requirements 

All participants must have their own copy of The Art of Coaching Teams (not included in the registration fee). The book is required for the prework and session.

Although not required, participants will benefit from first attending The Art of Coaching workshop to develop the skill set for coaching individuals that is foundational for coaching groups of people. 

Participants will receive more details on what to bring. 

Lunch is not included. Participants will have a 90-minute lunch break each day. You may choose to bring your lunch, order through a food delivery service, or go to a nearby restaurant. 


Investment

Individual: $1,195 (regular price)
Groups of 6-29 paying together*: $1,095
Do you have a group of 30 or more? Contact us at [email protected] for custom pricing.

*To register a group, pay by invoice, or pay by purchase order, please complete this form. Scroll down to the "How to Register" section for more details.

Work Trade

Bright Morning is offering limited work trade opportunities for those who need financial assistance to attend an in-person workshop. Our work trade program allows you to participate in the workshop at no cost in exchange for providing on-the-ground logistical support throughout the workshop. This opportunity is meant for those who would otherwise be unable to attend.  


Work trade responsibilities include:

  • Early arrival
  • Room setup
  • Registration check-in
  • Participant support 
  • Circulating with microphones as needed
  • Connecting with venue staff if issues arise
  • Checking bathroom supplies 
  • Post-event cleanup 
If you can support with the work trade responsibilities and cannot afford the workshop, please complete this form, and someone from our team will be in touch within one week. 

Accommodating Participants with Disabilities

Bright Morning strives to provide universal access to all of our events. Please contact [email protected] as soon as possible to request disability accommodations. 


Advanced notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. A full refund will be issued, and the registration will be canceled without penalty if we are unable to provide satisfactory accommodations. You can learn more by visiting our Accessibility Services page. 


Photography & Video Consent

By entering the facilities and by your presence at the event, you consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded. Your entry constitutes your consent to such photography, filming, and/or recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the universe in perpetuity, of your appearance, voice, and name for the purposes of furthering the goals of Bright Morning. You understand that all photography, filming, and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent given by you by entering this area.


If you do not agree to the foregoing, please email [email protected], and we’ll make sure you are in an area where you will not be included in filming to the best of our ability.


Cancelation Policy 

  • All registration fees are non-refundable.

  • Seven or more days in advance of the workshop start date, a one-time registration transfer can be made to an alternate participant or an alternative Bright Morning learning experience held in the same calendar year. 

  • A "no-show" without prior communication is non-transferable and non-refundable. 

  • For more details about our cancelation policy and transfers, visit our FAQ page.


In the rare event of low enrollment, weather events, or venue issues, we reserve the right to cancel. We will provide an alternative learning pathway for all registrants or honor a refund for those who cannot join the alternate experience. Please note we are not responsible for travel cancelation costs. We recommend you hold off booking any non-refundable reservations until one month before the event date in case of cancellation. 

How to Register

  • If you're an All-Inclusive Member, you'll receive access to a form to redeem your complimentary 2024 bonus seat. Email [email protected] with questions.

  • New to Bright Morning? Choose the payment method that works for you: pay online by credit card or pay by an alternative method.

  • If you’re enrolling a large group, use the Enrollment Request form.

Individual Registration by Credit Card

If you want instant enrollment and course access, you must register an individual by credit card. This option requires registering one person at a time by creating an account per person.

Group Discount by Credit Card

If you're with a group of 6 or more and want instant enrollment, you may register individually online by credit card. This option requires registering one person at a time by creating an account per person.

Group Registration or Alternative Method of Payment

FAQS

Have Questions? We've Got Answers!

Lunch is not provided by Bright Morning. 

Participants will have a 90-min. lunch break each day to purchase a meal at nearby venues or to enjoy their packed lunch.

Yes, there is a small amount of prework that will take about 4 hours to complete. You'll need a copy of The Art of Coaching Teams (not included in the registration fee). 


You’ll be able to view your prework in your Thinkific course.

Yes, for groups of 6 or more we offer $100 off the regular individual price. 

If you purchase 2 months in advance, you'll receive the early bird rate ($200 in savings). 

For groups of 30 or more, please contact us at [email protected] for custom pricing!

At Bright Morning, we are committed to doing all we can to support our community members to make every conversation count in pursuit of more just, equitable, and resilient communities.

Learn more about financial assistance and work trade opportunities on our website.

Please wear what makes you comfortable. 


We do recommend wearing layers so you can adjust if room temperature changes and/or if you spend time outdoors. 


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.

Due to the wide range of personal preferences for lodging accommodations, we do not provide recommendations.

Unlike our virtual workshops, the 2-day workshop will not be recorded. Participants have access to content in their course for 30 days after the session.

Notify us at least seven days in advance of the workshop start date and a one-time registration transfer can be made to an alternate participant or another Bright Morning learning experience held in the 2024 calendar year. 

A “no-show” without prior communication is non-transferable and all registration fees are non-refundable. 

We're happy to help answer your questions. 

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