EM•PA•THY – THE CAPACITY TO UNDERSTAND AND COMMUNICATE ONE’S UNDERSTANDING OF OTHERS.
From elementary through high school, studies show that when educators are more empathic, the positive outcomes are great…
Students’ academic effort, achievement, motivation, self-esteem, and empathy improve.
Teachers are more culturally sensitive and more likely to intervene in a bullying situation.
Teachers and students view their school culture more positively and report more productive and satisfying relationships.
School leaders’ employees are happier, healthier, and view their leadership as more effective.
AN EMPATHIC EDUCATOR IS A MORE EFFECTIVE EDUCATOR,
YET MOST ARE NEVER FORMALLY TAUGHT THE BASICS OF EMPATHY.
Empathy School is FuelEd’s innovative training designed to fill this critical gap in educator preparation by helping educators master the four components of empathy:
The Experience
Empathy School is an engaging professional development experience that combines workshops, individual support, and ongoing resources and activities that educators can continue to integrate into their professional learning communities.
Three 2-Hour Workshops
Empathy School workshops use interactive activities, group discussion, skills training, role play, and individual reflection to teach the art and science of effective listening.
One-On-Ones
Each educator also has access to personalized 50-minute One-on-One counseling experiences facilitated by a FuelEd Counselor and designed to improve empathic abilities.
Extended Learning Guide
After Empathy School, participants receive a “do-it-yourself” resource and instructional guide that includes activities, discussion prompts, and rubrics related to empathy to keep the learning going.
Testimonials
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After engaging in a FuelEd program, our alumni educators join our network of continued connection and continued support where can receive additional resources, participate in local gatherings, and access ongoing One-on-One support that help keep their tanks full and relationships strong.