What’s new at NSRF since Spring Break (part 1)
Of course we're all looking forward to the time when we can visit your schools to train people on-site, and invite people to Bloomington, Indiana for open trainings again. But in the meantime there's a huge need for Critical Friends Group work to continue. NSRF has created NEW virtual Micro-Trainings and MicroCredential Trainings to support educators! (4 min. read)
What’s new at NSRF since Spring Break (part 2)
Today, getting support and assistance from your Critical Friends may be more critical than any other time since our inception. NSRF has jumped into action creating Virtual Critical Friends Group Coaches' Trainings and MicroCredential Trainings leading toward a new Virtual CFG Coach certification! (5 min. read)
Wilderness Training & CFG Coaches’ Training?!
Similarities between CFG Training and Wilderness Training! Who'd have thought?! (3.5 min. read)
Facilitating in Virtual Environments, by Kevin Mabie Ed.D.
When “stay-at-home” orders first went into effect this past March, I was not sure how I was going to manage ... (7 min. read)
New Activity for use in Virtual or In-Person Environments – JOY: Just One You
JOY: Just One You Activity can be used in virtual or in-person settings, with young students up to adults. Written by Kaethe Perez based on an inclusion activity from Tribes. (4 min read)
Within virtual settings, sometimes you get to have some fun!
It's amazing how a random generator can liven up a meeting or a classroom! (1 min read)
NSRF’s Statement of Support of BLM
In line with our longstanding commitment to democratic, equitable education and social justice, we condemn the brutal murder of George Floyd and we stand in solidarity with Black Lives Matter protesters across the US and the world against systemic anti-Black racism. We honor the intrinsic value of all victims of police brutality and white supremacist violence, including George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, their families, and thousands more racialized victims of violence ...
Achieve all your teacher resolutions in 2020
Did you make New Year's Resolutions for 2020? NSRF would love to help you achieve them. (1 min. read)
I’ve met some of my best friends during CFG Coaches’ Training in February
Now's your opportunity to be certified as a CFG coach in the upcoming Open CFG Coaches' Training beginning February 3-5. 2020. (4 min. read)
6 reasons why Critical Friends are the friends you want around you in 2020
"Critical Friends" may not be who you think we are. Check this list for six great reasons why you WANT Critical Friends in 2020 (and why you should consider joining our February or July training). (6 min. read)