PJI Teachers Academy 2023 Session 2

The PJI Teachers Academy, a week-long intensive program is designed for educators by educators. This immersive cohort-based program supports teachers in reflecting on their lives and current practices and with an eye to deepening equity in their hearts, minds, and classrooms. Based on the latest neuroscience and teaching literature, participants will explore topics such as privilege, race, gender, LGBTQ, trauma, resilience, empathy, mindfulness, and missing histories while also building relationships and community with others. Connect back with your love for teaching and share your experience and expertise with others as you move beyond compliance to connection in your vocation and with your students. To learn more go to our PJI Academy website.

PJI Teachers Academy will be hosted at Valencia College West Campus Collaborative Design Center, Building 10, 3rd floor. Each day begins at 8:30am with a welcome coffee bar and continues until 4:00pm with a one-hour lunch break (lunch will be provided). Part of our PJI model is connecting through a shared purpose during learning sessions, coffee breaks, and lunch. We create authentic and supportive learning through our experience with mindfulness, music, art, and active learning strategies.

• Attendance at all daily sessions.

• Completion of all reading and writing assignments.

• Open-minded and respectful approach toward participants and activities.

• In-depth self-reflection and application.

• Upon completion of the Academy, return to home institution to lead at least three Professional Learning opportunities to share the PJI topics and takeaways.

Are there scholarships available to cover the registration cost? We encourage all participants to first identify potential financial resources through their institution or other avenues to cover registration costs. If not available, please fill out this Scholarship application form. Eligible applicants may receive a partial discount on their registration.

How can I access my session and workshop materials?

All materials will be provided via email and/or during the session.

For questions or inquiries regarding the PJI Teachers Academy, who can I reach out to?

Host or Publisher Peace and Justice Institute at Valencia College