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Summer 2025 Live Courses

Get that training completed over the summer! I promise that we will have fun, be inspired and leave feeling more confident and capable in your work with children.
 
And remember. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization.  If you have the OFCC scholarship and are in the “SUN” group, you can use those scholarship funds to pay for any set two and set three classes that I offer.

"Voice & Choice: A Saturday of Heart-Centered Teaching and Living"

Saturday, July 12, 8 am-2 pm, PDT  Via Zoom. “But aren't they too young to understand consent?” Learn how to talk with young children about consent in simple, age-appropriate ways. Build a classroom culture where every child learns their voice matters—and how to honor the voices of others. THEN, after a lunch break, Reclaim your inner calm—without adding one more thing to your to-do list. You're told to take care of yourself. But what if what you really need isn’t a bubble bath or a yoga class, but a softer voice in your own head? In this honest, restorative workshop for educators, we’ll explore why self-compassion—not just self-care—is the key to sustaining your energy, patience, and joy in the classroom and beyond. Come ready for rich reflection, a few laughs, and practical tools you can actually use right away. Leave feeling a little lighter, a little clearer—and a lot more kind to the one person you spend every minute with: yourself. You give so much. Give yourself this Saturday.  Let Amy shower you with inspiration and hope. You deserve it. $75 for 5 hours set two training PLUS an additional coaching follow-up  2 weeks after the class Core Knowledge Category: UGB

$75.00 USD

“Clear=Kind: Essentials of Classroom Relationships”

Saturday, August 2,  8 am - 3 pm, PDT Via Zoom. Strong relationships are the heart of everything we do—and clarity is one of the greatest kindnesses we can offer children. In this comprehensive and engaging series, explore the essentials of child development as they relate to behavior, communication, and connection. Through real-world examples, practical strategies, & moments of self-reflection, deepen your understanding of why behaviors occur & how to respond with confidence and care. This series is great for new educators and a great refresher for seasoned educators!6 hours set THREE training It's a BIG day! With some pretty cool prizes… Core Knowledge Category: HGD & UGB

$75.00 USD

"Teaching with Heart: Understanding and Supporting Children with Special Needs"

Week-long intensive, M-F, August 4-8, 6-9 pm, PDT, via Zoom. This week-long evening training is designed for educators who want to better support children with special needs in inclusive classrooms. Recognize & respond to developmental differences. Adapt environments and expectations. Navigate behaviors with empathy & skill. Dig into strategies for family partnerships. Leave this series with deeper insight, renewed confidence & practical tools to help every child15 hours of set two training. UGH! Five of my summer evenings? Each of these classes is also available as video recordings. If you can't join us for all five days, you can watch the recording of what you missed for credit. CKCs: UGB, SN, OA & FCS

$150.00 USD

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Ask questions in real-time, receive immediate feedback, and connect with fellow participants, fostering a sense of community and collaboration via Zoom or in-person. Embrace the chance to participate actively and build meaningful connections while you grow your skills!

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The Prepared Environment and Prepared Adult for Children on the Spectrum

Explore how to use your power of observation and curiosity to support children on the spectrum and utilize what is in the classroom to assist in success. Build a plan for how to remain patient, understanding, and confident in your work with students on the Autism spectrum. 3 hours of Set Two training credit. Core Knowledge Category: Special Needs. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$30.00 USD

EmpowerEd: Visionary School Leadership

A comprehensive and dynamic multi-class webinar series designed for ECE and SA school program leaders or those wanting to become program leaders. This course focuses on equipping participants with the essential skills, knowledge, and mindset to become visionary leaders in education.

$150.00 USD

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Important Conversations with Families

Ideally, we are always in a peaceful partnership with the families that we serve. Yet, sometimes we must have conversations that are difficult and uncomfortable that may put that partnership at risk. Examine ways to create a safe, trusting atmosphere, explore ways to communicate when emotions run high, and maintain a relationship that is respectful, clear, and effective. 2 hours, Set Two credit. Core Knowledge Category: Family and Community Systems. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$25.00 USD

Team Building With Style and Grace

Building a team that works together and reflects kindness and compassion can be complicated. Leave with specific ideas on how to strengthen a team with needs as well as thoughts on how to support a strong, established team. 2 hours, Set Two credit. Core Knowledge Category: Personal, Professional, and Leadership Development. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$25.00 USD

Responsive Guidance

Respond vs. react. Support vs. penalize. Practice more tools to support peaceful behavior in the classroom. Explore how self-regulation and connection with students make a huge difference. Design a plan that will strengthen your skills in the classroom. 3 hours, Set Two. Core Knowledge Category: Understanding and Guiding Behavior. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$30.00 USD

Addressing Proprioception and Vestibular Needs in the Classroom: A Teacher's Toolkit

The proprioceptive and vestibular senses can be difficult to address in a school environment. Critically examine ways to support a healthy sensory diet that successfully supports the entire community, including children with special needs in infant/toddler, preschool, and school-age classrooms. Observation is key. Modify tools of observation to suit the needs of your classroom. Two, three-hour classes. Total of 6 hours, Set Two credit. Core Knowledge Category: Special Needs. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$50.00 USD

Inspired by the Neighborhood: Bringing Mr. Rogers' Wisdom to Life in Your Classroom

We all know and love Mr. Rogers and his kind, respectful, honest approach to children. Examine and apply concepts, goals, and actions that support the social-emotional growth and development of young children. Create a plan in which your program is a more clear, kind, and respectful experience for your students. 3 hours, Set Two credit. Core Knowledge Category: Human Growth and Development. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$30.00 USD

Team-Centered Approach for Difficult Behaviors in the Classroom

Explore and create a process to review the current strengths and challenges of individual children in the classroom. Learn how to work alongside colleagues with diverse perspectives, and examine how to create a team-centered approach that supports every child's success. 3 hours, Set Two credit. Core Knowledge Category: Understanding and Guiding Behavior and Observation and Assessment. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$30.00 USD

Paint, Pencil and Ink - Creating a Plan for Self-Care

Through the use of a variety of art materials, explore inspiring ways to recharge and remain fresh and authentic within your community. Articulate what is important to you personally so that your work as an educator deepens. 3 hours, Set Two. Core Knowledge Category: Personal, Professional, and Leadership Development. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$30.00 USD

Develop An Amazing Team: Recruit, Select, Engage, Coach and Retain the Best

How do I find and select professionals who can give me just what my school needs? How can I create a team that is invested in the values, mission, and vision of our program? And finally, how can I keep the great members of my team for the long run? 3 hours, Set Two. Core Knowledge Category: Program Management, Personal, Professional, and Leadership Development. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$30.00 USD

"Responsive Guidance"

Ideally, we are always in a peaceful partnership with the families that we serve. Yet, sometimes we must have difficult and uncomfortable conversations that may put that partnership at risk. Examine ways to create a safe, trusting atmosphere, explore ways to communicate when emotions run high, and maintain a respectful, clear, and effective relationship.

$50.00 USD

Words We Use: Positive Phrasing with Young Children

Learn ways to speak with children that promote a peaceful, respectful classroom environment. Explore phrases that you may use currently that you want to eliminate. Transform your tone and increase the kindness in your voice when you speak to children. Practice building phrases that are honest and clear, loving and kind. 2 hours of Set Two credit. Core Knowledge Category: Learning Environments and Curriculum. Amy Williams Academy is a Sponsoring Organization and you can use the OFCC scholarship to pay for Set Two and Set Three training with AWA.

$25.00 USD