Whole Teacher Cohorts
This six-month transformative program provides a sustainable framework for educators to learn and apply simple wellness practices inside and outside the classroom. This is accomplished by three tools that equip cohort members with over 200 strategies and tools to spark inspiration and peace.
TRANSFORMATIVE TOOLS
Whole Teacher Workshops
Depending on the package chosen, cohorts will add on two, four, or six workshops of their choice throughout the experience.
Whole Teacher Guidebook
The guidebook is the framework the cohort follows for 25 weeks. Every member will receive their own guidebook.
Cohort Check-Ins
Cohorts meet informally to discuss takeaways from the guidebook. They inspire camaraderie, connection, and a deeper awareness of how wellness shows up in others’ lives & classrooms.
COHORT PACKAGE OPTIONS
Includes
- Guidebooks + Custom Pacing Guide
- Two Whole Teacher Workshops (Virtual or In-Person)
Includes
- Guidebooks + Custom Pacing Guide
- Whole Teacher Category Discussion Ideas for Check-Ins
- Four Whole Teacher Workshops (Virtual or In-Person)
Includes
- Guidebooks + Custom Pacing Guide
- Whole Teacher Category Discussion Ideas for Check-Ins
- Six Whole Teacher Workshops (Virtual or In-Person)
Cohorts Have Been In...
Frequently asked questions
Can only teachers participate?
Anyone who works in a school environment would benefit from the program. We have had counselors, school nurses, administrators, and even superintendents participate!
What does a cohort cost?
Depends on the package you choose! Please contact us for more information.
How many can participate?
Cohorts can consist of any number of members. You could have two members or an entire staff! As long as the members are willing to hold each other accountable and promote positivity and vulnerability, they will discover growth.
How long do cohorts last?
Cohorts typically last up to 25 weeks because that is the length of the guidebook. Depending on the start date, cohorts have split up the guidebook among members to condense the time.
Is it guaranteed that cohorts experience professional & personal growth?
Consider the phrase, “What you put in is what you get out.” The purpose of The Whole Teacher stems from doing the hard inner work to re-ignite a deep sense of passion and purpose felt in your day-to-day life, which can THEN impact your career. If you avoid putting in the hard work by skipping days, doubting strategies, or not believing in this approach, the program will have less of an impact.
100% of surveyed participants recommend educators join a Whole Teacher Cohort.
The first two cohorts of teachers in our state (one elementary, one secondary) to participate in the Whole Teacher program have been unqualified successes! Teachers have been going through the guidebook, addressing each of the 12 areas of life identified as crucial to overall wellness and learning strategies and tips to improve each. Lauren is an excellent facilitator and guide for the live (virtual) workshops and there has been nothing but positive feedback from the teachers!
Karin Wetherill & Kelly Swanson, Co-Directors
Rhode Island Healthy Schools Coalition
Our cohort has been the catalyst for several positive changes at our high school. Healthy teachers supporting and uplifting each other equals positive learning for students. It has also helped unify a fairly new, large, and disconnected faculty through connecting in this cohort. We have had culture and climate problems that trickle down from admin or parents over the past few years, and this program has been empowering in helping teachers regain control of the only thing we can control--ourselves.
Camille
The Whole Teacher Cohort gave me the platform and tools to not only help myself become balanced, but to extend the opportunity to teachers in the building. It was such a powerful experience and I'd 100% using this program in any school to promote social emotional learning and wholeness! I became more mindful, and more aware of how I was feeling. Because of that mindful awareness I could incorporate the tools and practices of Whole Teacher Cohort to give me more balance and peace.
Rachel
It was fun to have a little group of people who were trying to focus on mindfulness together. We had a little Google Chat that was helpful to celebrate wins and ask suggestions.
Kathy
How I feel inside is much more content, less anxious, and more peaceful. I am also able to be much more productive (less exhausted and burnt out) and channel my creativity and passion in effective ways. I also began more interdepartmental friendships which has been unifying for our faculty as a whole.
Camille
Even if you walk away with only one new strategy/perspective it will be a powerful one! I paid more attention to consistency in a number of small ways yet it made a big difference.
Brian
I feel as though it brought us together to talk about things that aren't talked about super often from a teaching perspective; the program allowed for vulnerability.
Janessa
Everyone needs someone. It's great to have a group where you are all focused on the same thing.
Nikki
I joined the cohort because I needed something that would help me take active steps in self-care and reclaim my life. I’m learning that I have so much more to give others when I’m taking the time to care for myself first. So, I’ve given myself permission to seek out healthy options—and healthy interactions with others. I look forward to getting better and better through this year.
I have been so stressed since the beginning of the school year. I was putting all of my energy into other areas and not taking care of myself. Now, I’m doing more self-care because of this program. I recognized when I’m not eating well and taking care of my own needs everything around me wasn’t working. Since I’ve started, the whole journey has helped me in all areas of my life.
100% of surveyed participants said they are likelier to feel more fulfilled by teaching for a longer amount of time compared to before the cohort.