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The Inspiring Learning Series recognizes and leverages a simple but profound fact//: Teachers, parents and administrators alike are __educators__ at Summit//—from the Latin educare, meaning to rear (and, if we stretch a bit, to raise or to lift up). The cornerstone of Summit’s Parent-School Partnership is our active collaboration in support of the children we serve. This Series represents an important element of our Partnership.
 * The Inspiring Learning Series**

The Inspiring Learning Series features a rich variety of presenters (both local and national) on a host of relevant topics—all designed to support Summit educators in the most important work on the planet: Raising our children to be lifelong learners by inspiring their learning both within and beyond the classroom.

We invite you to attend any or all of our offerings. We encourage you to invite a friend outside of Summit to attend a Series session with you. And we invite you to suggest additional topics and speakers (by emailing administrative assistant Cecelia Cauble at ccauble@summitschool.com). Nothing is larger or more important than our collective commitment to our children—and the Parents’ Association joins the Summit counselors, teachers and administrators in warmly inviting you and your friends to attend this engaging new Series. //Currently Scheduled Inspiring Learning Series Sessions// **Creating and Changing Mindsets: Strategies that Impact Achievement, Motivation and Relationships,** an ISACS Learning Bridge Audio Seminar featuring author and presenter Dr. Robert Greenleaf on Friday, October 9 from 11:30 – 1 p.m. in the Meeting Room in the New Dining Hall. The hour-long pre-recorded audio presentation and Powerpoint will be followed by a 30-minute roundtable discussion facilitated by Head of School Michael Ebeling. (Information attached) **Lunch ‘n Learn: Kids and Technology** with Summit counselors Devon Davis and Virginia Perry on Wednesday, October 21 from noon – 1 p.m. in the Williams Taylor Screening Room. Come learn more about Facebook, cell phones and what you as a parent can do to help protect your child as s/he ventures forth in the world of technology. Personal experiences are helpful as we all work together to come up with the best solutions to fit our kids and our parenting styles. **Say Yes to No**, an ISACS Learning Bridge Audio Seminar featuring Dr. David Walsh on Wednesday, October 28 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room in the New Dining Hall. This hour-long pre-recorded audio presentation and Powerpoint will be followed by a 30-minute roundtable discussion facilitated by Head of School Michael Ebeling. (Information attached) **Book Talk on John Gottman’s** **//Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child//** with Summit counselors Devon Davis and Virginia Perry on Thursday, November 5 from 7 – 8 p.m. on the 3rd Floor of the Library. **Brain Research for Parents: Practical Cognitive Science Tips**, an ISACS Learning Bridge Audio Seminar featuring Mr. Rick Wormeli on Tuesday, November 10 from 11:30 - 1 p.m. in the Meeting Room in the New Dining Hall. This hour-long pre-recorded audio presentation and Powerpoint will be followed by a 30-minute roundtable discussion facilitated by Head of School Michael Ebeling. (Information attached) **Web Literacy for Lower and Middle School Students**, an ISACS Learning Bridge Audio Seminar featuring Mr. Alan November on Wednesday, December 9 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room in the New Dining Hall. This hour-long pre-recorded audio presentation and Powerpoint will be followed by a 30-minute roundtable discussion. (Information attached) **Motor Skills that Enhance Learning for Life**, an ISACS Learning Bridge Audio Seminar featuring Dr. Robert Sornson on Thursday, January 14 from 11:30 - 1 p.m. in the Meeting Room in the New Dining Hall. This hour-long pre-recorded audio presentation and Powerpoint will be followed by a 30-minute roundtable discussion. (Information attached) **Book Talk on Wendy Mogel’s & Carrington McDuffie’s** **//Blessings of a Skinned Knee//** with Summit counselors Devon Davis and Virginia Perry on Wednesday, January 20 from noon – 1 p.m. on the 3rd Floor of the Library. **Kids and Technology: Get Your School Talking About 21st Century Media**, an ISACS Learning Bridge Audio Seminar featuring Ms. Emily Hunt on Thursday, February 4 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room in the New Dining Hall. This hour-long pre-recorded audio presentation and Powerpoint will be followed by a 30-minute roundtable discussion. (Information attached) **Lunch ‘n Learn: Helping Your Child Manage Stress** with Summit counselors Devon Davis and Virginia Perry on Wednesday, March 17 from noon – 1 p.m. in the Williams Taylor Screening Room. **Book Talk on Tony Wagner’s** **//The Global Achievement Gap: Why Even Our Best Schools Don't Teach The New Survival Skills Our Children Need--and What We Can Do About It//** facilitated by Michael Ebeling. This session will focus on key elements from Dr. Wagner’s book, including his “seven survival skills for careers, college and citizenship in the 21st century.” In addition, we will view a video segment featuring a recent presentation by Dr. Wagner for educators. This special session will take place on Thursday, April 8 and will run from 7 – 9 p.m. in the New Dining Hall.