Training
Training Info
Our trainings teach important skills and give unique insights into the implementation of our different programs. We offer introductory Level 1 Trainings for each program, and Level 2 Trainings that will help expand your ability to effectively deliver our program.
WhyTry Program Trainings
WhyTry Level 1
Our WhyTry Level 1 training is energizing. It will remind you why you pursued a career in education. The level 1 training will give you a general overview of the program and a brief introduction to some of the skills that a facilitator will need to begin using the curriculum. This training also includes a general discussion of implementation that covers several possible models for rolling out the program. We’ll help you start where you are, and begin using the program immediately as a toolkit. From there, you can build a plan for expanded implementation following our implementation and fidelity checklists. WhyTry Level 1 is available as in-person training, or as a live online session.
WhyTry Level 2
The most fun you’ll ever have in training. The Level 2 training is a refresher if you’ve already been through Level 1 and have some experience teaching the program.
It is also designed to expand your ability to effectively deliver WhyTry with true fidelity. We’ll help troubleshoot any challenges you’ve had so far as you’ve implemented the program. This training includes a review of the principles and concepts covered in the level 1 training, combined with a focus on the skills and facilitator competencies that will help them to be more effective when teaching WhyTry to students.
Resilience for Youth Trainings
Resilience for Youth Level 1
Our Resilience for Youth Level 1 training will inspire you. You will walk away with increased personal resilience, and the skills to teach resilience to your students. The Level 1 training will give you a general overview of the program and a brief introduction to some of the skills that a facilitator will need to begin using the curriculum.
This training also includes a general discussion of implementation that covers several possible models for rolling out the program. We’ll help you start where you are, and begin using the program immediately as a toolkit. From there, you can build a plan for expanded implementation following our implementation and fidelity checklists. Resilience for Youth Level 1 is available as in-person training, or as a live online session.
Resilience for Youth Level 2
The Resilience for Youth Level 2 training will expand your ability to tap the four sources of resilience, and deepen your ability to teach your students to be more resilient.
The Level 2 training is a refresher if you’ve already been through Level 1 and have some experience teaching the program.
We’ll help troubleshoot any challenges you’ve had so far as you’ve implemented the program. This training includes a review of the principles and concepts covered in the Level 1 training, combined with a focus on the skills and facilitator competencies that will help them to be more effective when teaching WhyTry to students.
Staff Development
Surrender the 1-up
It’s the x-factor of every great educator. Discover the power of Surrendering the 1-up relationship.
In this workshop, we will give you simple, practical tools that you can put into practice immediately to help create a more positive and motivating school culture.
This is a great way to introduce the WhyTry approach to your entire staff, not just program facilitators.
Resilience Breakthrough
Inspire your staff by introducing them to the principles The Resilience Breakthrough. Discover the power of resilience. Explore how to increase your personal resilience by tapping into the 4 sources.
We’ll give you practical strategies you can put into place right away to deal with personal challenges and adversity. Each participant will receive their own copy of the book.
Host a Training
As a training host, you will receive a WhyTry grant to help implement the program at your facility. You’ll also get FREE products for members of your group.