Novel Engineering for Family Engagement
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Novel Engineering is an approach developed by Tufts University that positions students to take on challenges faced by story characters -- the client(s) -- to be solved utilizing a design engineering process.
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Conscious Discipline Series for Educators
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Conscious Discipline is a social‐emotional learning and classroom management approach. Developed by a teacher for teachers, the philosophy of Conscious Discipline emerged after years of working with children and experiencing the challenges of a broken system full of hurting children and frustrated adults. The methodology and best‐practices of Conscious Discipline offer a different – and proven – pathway to transformation.
Join colleagues for eight (8) online discussions to reflect on the 10-lesson video series, Building Resilient Schools and Homes. The video series is lead by Dr. Becky Bailey, educator, author, and child development expert. Participants will watch the videos on their own and come prepared to discuss and reflect during the following online discussion dates:
Tuesday evenings, 6:30-7:45 PM:
- October 28 for video #1, Intro to Conscious Discipline (65 mins)
- December 2 for video #2, Becoming Brain Smart (90 mins)
- January 6 for videos #3, Creating the School Family (54 mins) and #4 Composure (51) mins)
- February 3 for videos #5, Assertiveness (67 mins) #6, Encouragement (54 mins)
- March 3 for videos #7, Choices (37 mins) and #8, Empathy (60 mins)
- March 31 for video #9, Positive Intent (48 mins)
- May 5 for video #10, Consequences (58 mins)
Facilitator: Gretchen Cook
For: Teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school personnel, licensed early childcare providers, and staff from family-serving organizations.
Cost: Free for staff with full or associate membership with NCES ($149 for others). Most North Country schools are members, click here to check.
Register for educator series: Online or call NCES, M-F, 8-4 at 603-466-5437.
For: Any interested educator. Please note that the video content is geared to the elementary grades, but the practices can be applied for any age.
Professional Development Hours: For those who actively participate in the online discussions (with camera on), there will be 20 hours awarded,10+ hours for watching the video lessons and 1.25 hours per online discussion participation. You must participate in at least 4 of the online discussions to receive a professional development certificate.
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Handling Upset: The Adult-First Mindset Shift
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For those who participated in the Conscious Discipline Building Resilient Schools and Homes series or who have foundational knowledge of CD from another training, you are invited to participate in this deeper dive into the content, skills, and practices of Conscious Discipline.
There’s a fundamental flaw in many discipline approaches: The expectation that adults can teach skills we struggle with ourselves. Curriculums that provide words and actions for children without providing the words and actions for adults will always fall flat. We cannot effectively teach skills we do not practice ourselves! Empower yourself to change the “do as I say, not as I do” dynamic with Handling Upset: The Adult-first Mindset Shift.
Registered participants will have access to the Handling Upset video series led by Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor, Jill Molli. The series covers:
- The adult-first mindset shift: What it is and why it’s essential for children’s growth and our own
- The foundation of upset: Where upset comes from and how to handle it
- The Conscious Discipline Brain State Model: The key that unlocks an understanding of children’s behavior and our own
- Active calming and wishing well: Two core strategies for regaining composure and bringing the best of ourselves to each moment
- Noticing: A simple technique for replacing brain-depleting judgment with brain-building language
- Brain integration strategies: An integrated brain is wired for learning, problem solving and achievement
- Strategies for naming and claiming our feelings: Managing our upset improves every relationship in our lives, and models and teaches the skills we want children to use
How it will work: You will watch each of the 8 video lessons on your own ahead of each follow-up online facilitated discussion. Those who fully participate will receive a certificate for 18 hours of professional development.
Prerequisite: This series is intended for educators who have participated in the Conscious Discipline: Building Resilient Homes and School series or another foundational training.
Facilitator: Anne-Marie Gagne
Dates: Sunday mornings, October 5, 2025 November 2, December 7, January 11, February 8, March 8, April 5, and May 3, 2026
Time: 7:15 AM to 8:30 AM
Cost: Free for educators, paras, and other school personnel from districts with NCES membership. All others, $149.
Register: Online or call NCES, M-F between 8:00-4:00 at 603-466-5437.
Interested but Sunday mornings don't work for you? Drop a message to Lori Langlois, lori@ncedservices.org. If there are enough folks interested, we will add a weekday evening series.
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Dental Health Careers for North Country Grades 7-10
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Bring Mikva Youth Voice Program to Your High School Classroom
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Turn up the volume in your schools and let youth voice be heard! The Mikva Challenge program is a great way to empower students to develop confidence and become engaged and involved community leaders through sharing their experiences and listening to different perspectives. Students will also have the opportunity to attend the annual NH Youth Voice Summit with their peers across the state to find commonalities about the issues that impact them the most.
For more information, contact communications@nhcivics.org.
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Register Your 5th Grade Classroom for NH Kid Governor
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 It's time to register your 5th grade class for the 2025-2026 NH's Kid Governor election year! Now in its eighth year in NH, this national award-winning civics program made possible by NH Civics was created by the Connecticut Democracy Center. The program's ground-breaking approach to civics education immerses students in learning about state government, elections and voting, and civic participation through a real-life election for New Hampshire's Kid Governor. Register here or contact Program Coordinator Jo Ann Robichaud at joann.robichaud@nh.kidgovernor.org.
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"I Voted" Sticker Contest
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Drinking Festival Save-the-Date
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This year’s festival brings together a vibrant mix of acclaimed adult authors, beloved children’s storytellers, and readers of all ages for two days of conversation, inspiration, and community. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm, a parent raising one, or someone who simply loves a good story — you’ll find something here to spark your imagination.
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The Wellbeing Toolkit ECHO: Building Connection, Joy, and Community to Support Youth in the Face of Adversity
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Building Connection, Joy, and Community to Support Youth in the Face of Adversity, is a dynamic ECHO series designed for individuals in public facing, youth and community health fields, seeking to strengthen their own wellbeing while supporting the youth and communities they serve. This series explores the internal and external stressors faced by helping professionals and offers concrete, evidence-based tools to foster hope, connection, and resilience on individual, family, small group, community, and organizational levels. Through interactive discussions and practical strategies, participants will learn to navigate the pressures of their own lives and work, and the adversity many people face in the context of current real world challenges. Participants will develop knowledge and learn tools to increase connection, cultivate joy, build hope and foster resilient communities. This series is ideal for anyone committed to sustaining their own wellbeing while making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people and families.
Topics:
Session 1: Building Hope and Joy in the Face of Adversity
Session 2: Connection as a Tool for Mental Health and Wellbeing
Session 3: Applying Skills to Support a Community in Distress: Connection and Hope
Dates: October 15, October 29, and November 12, 2025
Time: 9:00-10:30 AM
Location: Online
Invited Participants: Community Youth Leaders, Human Service Professionals, School Professionals, Librarians, Food Shelf Staff, Paraprofessionals, Community Health Workers, Resource Specialists, and anyone else who works with youth.
Cost: Free
Learn more and/or register
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Project WET and Aquatic WILD PD for Educators
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Disclaimer: The content provided in this newsletter is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement of any organizations, individuals, products, or services mentioned herein.
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Coos Coalition for Young Children and Families
Every day across New Hampshire, infants and toddlers are learning new skills, but they learn and grow at their own pace. Parents or other caregivers who have concerns about an infant’s or toddler’s development can get coaching and support through the New Hampshire Birth to 3 early intervention program.
Anyone can refer a Family Centered Early Supports & Services.
Learn more at dhhs.nh.gov/BirthTo3 or call 603-271-4488.
North Country Neighbors - Stronger Together
Support the mission of NCES
Your tax deductible donation will support NCES' mission. NCES collaborates with public schools and community partners to support excellent and equitable educational opportunities throughout the North Country.
NCES seeks exceptional educational experiences and realized potential for all students.
NCES believes that thriving schools are at the heart of vibrant communities!
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Contact Information
North Country Education Services
300 Gorham Hill Road
Gorham, NH 03581
ncedservices.org
603-466-5437
nces@ncedservices.org
NCES is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
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