Beyond Differences Professional Development Past Speakers

“It was valuable for me to hear, “You don’t have to know the answer, you just have to be the avenue” when a student is in need. That was super helpful to not be afraid to get involved.”

-Bella, Colorado

“I appreciate all of the resources and authentic conversations! I am very excited about reviewing this workshop series again when I receive the link for it as it was very valuable and I plan to implement it in my school. I found it very helpful to remember that I also need to participate in the process and share information about myself with the students I work with. Thank you again!”

– Janice, New York

“I connected with Beyond Differences because of the people and the mission. I love connecting with people, in general! It’s especially amazing connecting and collaborating with folks with shared commitments to nurturing the well being of the whole child for all children. It was amazing to meet the team in Dallas at the happy hour, and I’m excited to continue and broaden the work in Texas.”

– Myi’a, Texas

“This is ALL so necessary for educators. What resonated with me the most was how this is a mind-set and not a ‘quick fix.’ THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!”

– Christine, New York

“This is so important to reinforce peer learning, building relationships and trust. Building students up to learning strategies for change in a positive manner.”

– Deanna, California

“We often talk about how much each of us matters and more often than not, we focus on the positive aspects of that statement. However this conversation made room for the fact that mattering carries with it a large responsibility. Because we are significant we can impact the world in both positive and negative ways.”

– Marianna, New York

“I’ve been in education for a long time, and you forget things. A lot of this has been reaffirmation of things to do, strategies to use – a really beneficial reminder. Also, we have problems in Aurora but they’re everywhere. So it’s also a reminder that we’re not in this alone.”

– Sara, Colorado

“I enjoy the discussions; I leave the meetings with so many great ideas to bring back to our school community. We appreciate you!”

– Jeffrey, New York