Unlocking Student Potential: A Motivation and Resilience Toolkit for Counselors
Presented by the Tennessee School Counselors Association
Thursday, May 15th at 1:00pm Eastern
Webinar Overview
Today’s school counselors are tasked with much more than crisis intervention—they’re key partners in helping students stay motivated, overcome barriers, and engage meaningfully in their education.
In this dynamic one-hour webinar, WhyTry joins the Tennessee School Counselors Association to offer practical tools and strategies that counselors can use immediately to improve student motivation, emotional resilience, and engagement in learning.
We’ll explore The WhyTry Approach, a proven method for helping students develop the mindset and skills to persevere through challenges—supporting stronger academic outcomes in the process.
What You’ll Gain
- Effective ways to connect with students who seem unmotivated or disconnected
- A simple, visual approach to teaching resilience that resonates with students
- Techniques to help students build problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Tools to foster personal responsibility and greater investment in school success
- Resources that align with the ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors without adding extra workload
You’ll walk away with practical ideas to enhance your counseling toolbox, help students take ownership of their learning journey, and contribute to a stronger school culture.
Who Should Attend
- School Counselors (Elementary, Middle, and High School)
- Student Support Specialists
- Behavior Interventionists and PBIS Leaders
- Administrators focused on improving student outcomes
Whether you work with students one-on-one, in small groups, or across classrooms, this webinar will empower you with strategies that work.
Meet our Panelists
Hans Magleby
Hans Magleby is the co-founder of WhyTry and creator of the WhyTry Program, a practical toolkit used in thousands of schools and districts across the U.S. and internationally to help motivate and engage students and build resilience. A former teacher with over 20 years of experience in training and educational consulting, Hans specializes in student engagement and educator support. With a background in fine art, technology, and instructional design, he brings a creative approach to equipping educators with practical strategies and resources to build strong teacher-student relationships and foster resilience in the classroom.
Ashley Wright
Ashley is a passionate educator and student advocate. She currently works as a school counselor in Conroe ISD, Texas. She has been an educator for 13 years and is currently employed in Conroe Independent School District in Conroe, Texas. She recently received the 2019 “Elementary School Counselor of the Year” for Texas School Counselor Association and serves on the TSCA board as an Emerging Leader. Last but not least, she LOVVVES school counseling!
Bruce Bushnell
Bruce Bushnell is an award-winning school counselor who has dedicated his career to promoting youth success. Named Utah’s Counselor of the Year and honored at the White House for his impactful interventions, Bruce has held leadership roles in several state and regional counseling associations. A longtime advocate of the WhyTry Program, he now delivers dynamic keynotes and trainings nationwide. Bruce has also played a central role in developing many of WhyTry’s hands-on activities that help students build the skills they need to succeed.
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Join us and discover how you can make a greater impact in helping students stay engaged, overcome obstacles, and thrive—both in school and in life.