482-100 Introduction to Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for Educators
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Schedule:
- 11/12/25
- 11/19/25
- 12/3/25
- 12/10/25
All dates: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Virtual
Price: $150
Content Questions: Matt Hayden (matt.hayden@cesa2.org)
Registration Questions: events@cesa2.org
Event Description:
4-session series designed to support educators to:
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Build awareness of what stress is and how it manifests itself in our lives
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Develop experiential understanding of mindfulness and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) practices
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Cultivate reflective mindsets and practices for meaningful, lasting change
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Provide teachers with tools for self-compassion, resilience, and presence
Participants will progress through the stages of awareness, comprehension, and practice across the four sessions. We will begin by developing an awareness of how stress shows up in our lives and recognizing that there are practical strategies to help manage it. Next, we will explore and learn specific stress-reduction practices. Finally, participants will actively engage in these practices and reflect on their impact.
This content will be applicable to anyone in education!
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Our Presenters:
Matt Hayden is CESA 2’s Math Consultant and Instructional Coach. He has served in various educational roles, including 4K-12 Math Instructional Coach, Middle School Math & Science Teacher, and Equity Team Leader, bringing extensive experience in co-teaching and the co-plan to co-serve model. Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in horticulture from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a Master of Arts in Education and Science Minor from Cardinal Stritch University, and a K-8 Mathematics Certificate from UW–Madison. He is also a certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher through the International Mindfulness and Meditation Association (IMMA). Matt believes that when teachers believe in their students and create supportive, reflective learning environments, all students can achieve at high levels. He values curiosity, critical thinking, and the power of mindful reflection as essential ingredients in both teaching and learning.
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