IBSC the Power of Belonging
Helping Younger Boys Thrive in a Diverse World
An IBSC Online Program
October 7, 2024
Enhance your expertise in this online program tailored for elementary, primary, and middle school boys’ educators passionate about fostering a sense of belonging and empowering boys to thrive in an increasingly diverse world.
This session delves into the profound impact of belonging on younger boys' well-being and provides practical strategies to cultivate inclusive environments where every boy feels seen, heard, and valued.
Join us for this transformative session and empower yourself to create a school environment where every young boy thrives.
- Unpack the Essence of Belonging: Discover the difference between inclusion and belonging and learn how to cultivate a true sense of belonging in your school.
- Empower Boys to Thrive: Gain practical strategies to help younger boys develop self-awareness, understand diverse perspectives, and embrace their unique identities.
- Create Safe and Inclusive Spaces: Learn how to establish psychologically safe classrooms where boys feel comfortable expressing themselves authentically.
- Navigate Complex Topics: Explore age-appropriate ways to address sensitive issues like human rights, historical injustices, and privilege with younger boys.
- Learn from Real-World Implementation: Gain valuable insights from the successful implementation of a belonging curriculum at St. Peter's Boys Prep School (South Africa).
Who Should Attend?
Primary/elementary and middle school educators dedicated to understanding the intrinsic need for belonging in boys, creating safe and inclusive spaces, and equipping boys with the tools to navigate a diverse world should attend.
Format
Available exclusively to IBSC members on Zoom, the 90-minute interactive session includes a presentation followed by Q&A.
Monday, October 7, 4:00 PM EDT, 9:00 PM BST, 10:00 PM SAST
Wednesday, September 18, 6:00 AM AEST, 8:00 AM NZST
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90 minutes
All attendees registered for the live session also gain access to the event recording and any associated resources for 21 days after the event. Even if your schedule cannot accommodate the live event, register so you can watch the recording at your convenience.
Please note: The recording of this event is exclusively for registered attendees’ individual use. We kindly request your cooperation in maintaining the integrity of the content.
Registration
Available exclusively to the first 90 members who register. Registration closes October 7, or when it reaches capacity, whichever occurs first.
- IBSC member rate for 1-3 people from the same school: US$185 per person
- IBSC member rate for 4+ people from the same school: US$160 per person
Group Screening Access for IBSC Members
Interested in using this session for professional development at your school? IBSC member schools can access the recording for group screenings at a discounted rate. Access to the recording, available after October 7, lasts 21 days. To register for group access, choose the group screening rate option on the registration form.
Group Screening
- IBSC member rate: US$1,500
The group screening option includes the recording of the presentation and Q&A. This option does not include access to the live event. One person will have access to the recording to screen it for colleagues at their member school.
Contact Bruce Collins at collins@theibsc.org for more details.
Refund Policy IBSC will refund 90% of registration fees if a written request is received by September 23, 2024. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after this time. Schools seeking to register an alternate to replace a participant unable to attend should contact IBSC@theibsc.org.
Login: Watch your email for login information for your online class on October 4, 2024. If you registered for the class later than this time, watch for login information within 24 hours.
Participation certificates: Participants present for the live online session will receive a certificate of participation within two weeks of the event.
Presenters
Katy Mthethwa
Katy Mthethwa is the founder of Thrive Together, which facilitates creating emotionally safe spaces for healthy, honest conversations around difficult subjects of social, racial, and gender-based challenges of South Africa and beyond. She creates these spaces in dynamic workshops, speaking engagements, and her online diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging curriculum for grades 3-7 and 8-9.
Mthethwa graduated from Kingston University with a B.A. (Hons) in primary education. Prior to teaching she spent several years in Zimbabwe and Mozambique working with churches and community projects and co-running a home in Beira for teenage boys who’d come off the streets. During this time she met her husband Tony and moved to South Africa in 2007 to marry him.
Mthethwa was head of thinking skills at St. Peter’s Boys and Girls Schools in Johannesburg, leading the team that resulted in Exeter University’s Thinking School accreditation in 2014. She later managed the library, creating a space celebrating diversity and developing the school's diversity, equity, and inclusion curriculum, Izenzo Zobuntu, from which the Thrive Together curriculum was birthed.
Mthethwa is a creative and dynamic leader in her field. As a founder member of Thinking Schools South Africa, she’s trained hundreds of teachers in a variety of thinking tools. These have empowered teachers to infuse a thinking philosophy into the core of the curriculum, engaging students in deeper learning experiences. She is adept at using these tools in Thrive Together to engage in deep thinking around challenging issues.
As a cultural intelligence (CQ) facilitator and trainer, Mthethwa provides effective frameworks for leadership and collegial teams to deepen their understanding of the cultural dynamics impacting relationships and work. This enables teams to truly thrive together as differences become assets.
Craig Jooste
Craig Jooste is a dedicated and passionate teacher with over a decade of experience. He has played pivotal roles at St. Peter’s Boys Prep School, where he currently serves as deputy head and director of academics.
In his leadership capacity, Jooste has helped implement innovative strategies that support student growth. His journey in education is marked by a deep understanding of the unique challenges that come with teaching boys, alongside a genuine love for the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of the learning environment.
The core of his educational philosophy rests on a commitment to doing what is best for the child. Jooste believes that creating a sense of belonging and inclusivity is key to helping students thrive, both academically and personally. He is committed to shaping well-rounded individuals who are not only successful students but also empathetic and responsible members of society.