Behavior Lens: Understanding Behavior to Improve Student Outcomes February 13, 2026 - PM Session (SPED/BH 10)

Course Description

• Intended audience:  Licensed teachers and classified educational assistants. This course is an introductory course a way of understanding student behavior by looking beneath the surface. Participants will explore what happens in the brain, why people do what they do, and how behavior is often a response to unmet needs, stress, or connection. This portion of the course invites educators on a journey—guided by reflection and real examples.  (Note: this course is a updated version of the former Behavior 101 course.)
• Lead Learner (Facilitator): Nicole Vasseur | Mari Atherton
• Credit(s) and Type: 1.5 Hours Relicensure | Staff Development

Target Audience

• Certified Staff, Classified Staff
• Open to Substitute Teachers = Yes 
• Open to Student Teachers = Yes
• Open to Charter School Staff = Yes 
  • Charter Certified or Classified

Meeting Information

• Date: February 13, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
• Location: Sierra Middle School, Room 209 | 6651 E Pine Ln, Parker, 80138Links to an external site.

Course Outcomes

Here are the outcomes for the course:

• Gain a introductory understanding of what brain neuroscience is and how impacts student learning.
• Reflect on how adults can connect with students on more meaningful level.