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Awakened Schools Institute Course

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Introductory Module

9 Lessons

Invitation to the Awakened Schools Institute

Introducing the Drivers of Spiritually Supportive School Cultures

Integrated Mission

Integrated Mission: Processing Activity

Neuroscience Of Spirituality

Neuroscience of Spirituality - Video Summary and Reflection

Testimonial: Jen Halliday, Director of Collaborative for Spirituality in Education

Testimonial: Rob Macrae, Head of School at Louisville Collegiate

Invitation To ASI Revisited

Module 1: Foundations of ASI

8 Lessons

Welcome to ASI: Our Approach to the Program

Video: Why Awakened Schools Institute?

ASI Welcome Video Companion Guide

Video: Awakened Schools and School Culture

Video: The Science of Spirituality

Reading - The Burning Imperative of Pedagogical Relational Culture

Reading Summary - The Burning Imperative of Pedagogical Relational Culture

Reading - Reauthorizing Teachers

Module 2: Authorized Keeper and Aspirational Values

9 Lessons

Defining Authorized Keeper

Defining Aspirational Values

Meditation: We Journey Together

Companion Guide for Video: Authorized Keeper and Aspirational Values

Video: Authorized Keeper and Aspirational Values

Processing: Your School's Values

Podcast: Spiritual Practice

Processing Exercise

Module 2: Closing Reflection

Module 3: Intentional Lexicon

7 Lessons

Defining Intentional Lexicon

Meditation: Loving Kindness

Companion Guide for Video: Intentional Lexicon

Video: Intentional Lexicon

Processing Exercise - Divine Reading (Lectio Divina)

Meditation: "Espacio"

Closure: “Empowering Language”

Module 4: Transformative Relationships and Authentic Being

11 Lessons

Transformative Relationships and Authentic Being Introduction

Transformative Relationships

Authentic Being

Spiritual Practice - Web of Compassion

Video Companion Guide: Transformative Relationships & Authentic Being

Video: Transformative Relationships & Authentic Being

Processing Activity: Reflection

Video: Dr. Rosalynne Duff, Mental Wrap

Processing Exercise: Transformative Relationships & Authentic Being in Education

Poem & Meditation: You are a Marvel

Module 4 Conclusion

Module 5: Ritual

10 Lessons

Defining Ritual

Spiritual Practice - Ritual

Video Companion Guide: Ritual

Video: Ritual with Dr. Renee Owen

Processing Activity: Reflecting on Rituals

Video: Secular Ritual in Education

Video: Ritual in Practice

Processing Activity - Window Notes Ritual

Module 5 Conclusion

Module 6: Nature Consciousness

8 Lessons

Defining Nature Consciousness

Nature Consciousness: Spiritual Practices

Video Companion Guide: Nature Consciousness

Video: Nature Consciousness with Reverend Cam Hardy

Processing Activity: Nature Consciousness

Video: Nature Consciousness as Connection

Processing Activity: Inner Life & Outer Life

Closing: Nature Consciousness

Module 7: Transcendent Practice

7 Lessons

Defining Transcendent Practice

Video Companion Guide: Transcendent Practice

Video: Transcendent Practice With Rabba Daniella Pressner

Processing: Transcendent Practice

Video: Kindergarteners Discuss "Who Made God?"

Processing: Holding Wonder

Closure: Transcendent Practice

Module 8: Meaningful Learning

8 Lessons

Defining Meaningful Learning

Spiritual Practice For Meaningful Learning

Video Companion Guide: Meaningful Learning

Video: Introduction To Meaningful Learning with Jen Halliday

Processing: Meaningful Learning

Video: Learning with Purpose Creates Meaning

Processing: Meaningful Learning Reflection

Closure: Promise Card – Small Acts with Great Love

Module 9: Inherent Worth

8 Lessons

Defining Inherent Worth

Defining Spiritual Quest

Opening Reflection: Our Garden

Processing Activity: Personal Garden of Worth and Quest

Map of Worth and Quest

Processing Activity: Reflecting on Your Map of Worth and Quest

Closing Meditation: Centering in Worth and Purpose

Staying Awake: A Closing Practice for Ongoing Formation

Awakened Schools Institute Course

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Module 1: Foundations of ASI

Video: The Science of Spirituality

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Dr. Lisa Miller shares the evolution of our understanding of spirituality through the lens of science.