The Playful Classroom: The Power of Play for All Ages

Course Description

• Book Study: The Playful Classroom. Participants will read and discuss The Playful Classroom with the goal of reconnecting with students and their profession. They will use the real-life examples embedded throughout the book to fill their classrooms with creativity, relationship building, community, and growth.
• Lead Learners (Facilitators): Alison Smith | Katie Kruse
• Credit(s) and Type: 15 Hours Relicensure | Staff Development

Target Audience

• SME Certified Staff
• SME Specials Teachers
• Open to Substitute Teachers = Not at this time
• Open to Student Teachers = Not at this time
• Open to Charter School Staff = Not at this time

Date, Time & Location

• Dates: 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 12/1, 12/8, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, and 5/18
• Time: 12:30 - 1:10 PM
• Location: SME Professional Development Room

Course Outcomes

Here are the outcomes for the course:

• Foster student growth through creativity
• Build relationships with students 
• Build a creative community