Discover how polyvagal theory can help you recognise children’s different emotional states, support their wellbeing, and nurture deep concentration. Linked to sensory processing, we can identify the vagal states that indicate positive engagement, as well as when tamariki (and kaiako!) might need more support and strategies to co-regulate. Tie in Montessori observation by recording polyvagal states for the tamariki in your classrooms with simple checklists.
Considering Dr Montessori’s plea for us to work on the spiritual preparation of the teacher, connect to your own vagal state through personal reflection, helping to support classroom action—supporting our tamariki through calm, connected, Montessori-inspired approaches. By using compassion and brain science we can develop safer, more responsive emotional classroom environments together!
Date 10 March
Time 4.30-5.30 pm
Location: Via Zoom. A link will be sent 2 days before the workshop
Cost
- Montessori Aotearoa NZ School Member: $55+GST
- Montessori Aotearoa NZ Individual Member: $70+ GST
- Register and Join Montessori Aotearoa NZ as a NZ Individual Member: $136
- Register and Join Montessori Aotearoa as a Student Member: $100+GST
- Full Registration: $110+GST (for Non Montessori Aotearoa NZ Members)
Facilitator
Victoria Denyer became involved in Montessori through her sons (now 17 and 20) and has 15 years of experience working as a Head Teacher and Curriculum Lead at BestStart Montessori Bethlehem in Tauranga, alongside pepi and tamariki from 0-6. She served two terms on MANZ Council, several years on the school boards of her sons’ primary and high schools, as well as being the ECE representative on the Otumoetai Kahui Ako. Outside of work she enjoys walking, knitting, reading, paint by numbers and watching movies, as well as having recently started yoga!
