"This material gives me a deeper and wider version of how the brain works/develops and how that impacts students' behavior. I feel more equipped to understand student's actions + attitudes and how to work with them instead of just punishing." - Christina, Urban Education Fellow, Chicago IL
"[...] fabulous, helpful, thought provoking, growth oriented training [...] I want to experience it again. I benefited more from this experience than I have from whole classes on brain development, entire textbooks on brain research and multiday educational conferences. I know I am a better teacher for this morning’s experience. Heartfelt thanks." - Michele, public school teacher, Kansas City MO
"Life changing... immediate life application." - Evelyn McGhee
"I learned how to infuse lessons with conversations about emotion, vulnerability and failure. Stefanie knows what she is talking about – and backed it all up with evidence." – Jenna De Bruin
"Love love love Stefanie Frank. She engages EVERYONE. She speaks to and makes you want to go out and change the world!!" - Dawn Minkoff Kansas City MO
"This was incredibly eye-opening -thank you for sharing the science behind changing mindsets of those experiencing difficulty and stress. I can't wait to share this information!" - Jaqi Panizzo
"The scientific and psychological process of thinking and motivation was very informative. It gave me great insight into the developing brain and motivation." – Courtney Moran, Chicago IL
"I now know how to use growth mindset to discuss emotions and failure, especially as related music! This workshop made me think about my biofeedback and creating positive growth-oriented pathways." – Taylor
"This was amazing. I now see how my reactions contribute to my daughter's extreme reaction to failure. I will use the tools learned today. Thank you." - Stephanie D., Chicago IL
"I learned that brains are not hardwired and can totally be trained. Stefanie very much cares about kids and it made this workshop all the more relevant and real." – Wendy, Chicago IL
"I learned how to understand the components of the brain allow a teacher to assess potential habits that can positively enhance a classroom culture." – Andrew Morgan, Chicago IL
"I learned how important it is to understand growth mindsets, and learned how to help my students. Something I plan to apply after attending this workshop is “Neuroscience Mondays” and giving students a new aspect to learn about each week and reflect on." – teacher, Chicago IL
"A key takeaway was definitely the knowledge about biofeedback and how my mindset/mood can be read and mirrored by my students. I will always keep in check of how I feel. " – Jasmine Grullon, Chicago IL