The Joy of Advising: Tools & Practices to Support Belonging

Whether you’re new to the role of being an Advisor, or a long time practitioner, you’ll leave inspired with practical lessons and structures you can implement the next day, creative approaches for authentic advisory alignment, and renewal of your own unique connection to SEL!

During this experiential and practical course we will bring to life IFSEL’s Advisory Principles, and offer a rich collection of low-prep, high-impact SEL activities. Supercharge your work as an Advisor; explore rituals that build trust and inclusion; and learn and experience a range of adaptable SEL activities that meet the needs of adolescents.

What's Involved:‍

• Three 2-Hour Sessions
• A digital PDF packet of SEL Lessons and Resources
• Connection to like-minded and international community of educators

Session Dates in the US:

Session 1: January 28, 2026

Session 2: February 4, 2026

Session 3: February 11, 2026

Session Times in the US:

Eastern (EST UTC -5) 7 pm - 9 pm

Central (CST UTC -6) 6 pm - 8 pm

Mountain (MST UTC -7) 5 pm - 7 pm

Pacific (PST UTC - 8) 4 pm - 6 pm

Session Dates in Asia

Session 1: January 29, 2026

Session 2: February 5, 2026

Session 3: February 12, 2026

Session Times in Asia:

Japan (JST UTC +9) 9 am - 11 am

China (CST UTC +8) 8 am - 10 am

Bangkok (ICT UTC +7) 7 am - 9 am

Who's It For:

The Program is designed for those who are committed to and responsible for implementing a Middle or High School Advisory Program, including:

• Educators
• Advisors/Advisory Coordinators
• Homeroom Teachers
• Counselors
• Deans of Students/Grade Level Deans
• Wellness Teachers

Course Goals & Outcomes:

• Approaches for being an authentic and accessible advisor
• Understanding of 'IFSEL's 8 Principles for Building a Thriving Advisory Program'
• Activities to deepen and promote inter- and intra-personal development
• Exploration and understanding of the role of structure and emerging curriculum
• Increased confidence in your ability to advise and navigate complex or challenging topics with your Advisees

Payment:

If you would like to be invoiced or pay by P.O., please complete your registration online, select 'Pay by Check' on the payment page. Payment to be mailed to:

Institute for SEL

325 Sharon Park Drive, Suite 845, Menlo Park, CA 94025-6805

Please clearly mark the participant name(s) associated with your check.

Note: your participation will not be confirmed until we receive your full payment.

Cancellation, Refund and Credit Policy:

Registration fees will be refunded at 50% of the registration ticket price paid, less the $50 refund processing cost, if requested in writing more than two-weeks prior to the start of the course. From two weeks prior to the start of the course until the day before the course begins, refunds requested in writing will be granted a credit for the full value of their registration ticket price. No refunds or credits are available on or after the start date of the course. To begin the cancellation process, please email us at admin@instituteforsel.net.

Financial Aid

IFSEL is committed to ensuring equitable access to our programs for all educators, with the belief that financial barriers should not limit opportunities for growth and development. Through our Equity Access Fund, we aim to make our programs accessible to those seeking financial support.

Apply here. Please note: this form cannot be saved, so it will need to be completed in one sitting.

More Information & Events

Please visit our website www.instituteforsel.net for more information on our other Online Courses, Consulting, and Our Approach.

If you have any questions, please email us at admin@instituteforsel.net.