WMR Spring Edcamp 2025

In a world of constant digital distractions, understanding our relationship with technology is more important than ever. This interactive session will guide participants through a self-assessment of their phone usage habits, mental well-being, and focus abilities, encouraging reflection on areas for improvement. We’ll explore the science behind dopamine, addiction, and how smartphones and social media are intentionally designed to capture attention. Finally, attendees will learn practical, science-backed hacks to promote healthier device usage for themselves, their students, and even their own children. These strategies will include tips for improving sleep, reducing anxiety, and enhancing overall wellness in the digital age.

In this session, teachers will explore a curated list of wellness strategies designed to foster a positive and balanced classroom environment. Participants will not only receive the list but will also engage in hands-on experiences with each strategy, gaining practical tools they can immediately implement. Whether you're looking to reduce stress, enhance focus, or create a more mindful atmosphere for your students, this session will provide valuable techniques to support both teacher and student well-being.

Did you know that baking can help reduce stress by lowering cortisol levels? Lowering stress hormones can improve sleep, lower blood pressure, and even boost your immune system. In this hands-on session, you'll experience the therapeutic benefits of baking while making your own pizza from scratch. Knead the dough, add your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings, then bake and enjoy! Whether you take it home or savor it on the spot, this fun and interactive session is a perfect way to unwind and enjoy the simple joys of cooking.

Join us for an exciting, hands-on session where staff members can explore and experience the indoor high ropes course used in our Project Adventure curriculum. This session offers the opportunity to engage with the same climbing elements your students encounter in PE classes. Participants will have the chance to choose which elements they’d like to climb while gaining insight into the skills, challenges, and teamwork involved in these activities. Whether you’re curious about the curriculum or just looking for a fun and adventurous experience, this session is for you!

Recharge & Refresh: A Mindful Break for Teachers is a stress-free session designed to help educators unwind and recharge in a calming space. Step away from the demands of teaching and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with soothing music, coloring pages, and puzzles—everything you need to take a mindful break. Whether you prefer to zone out with your headphones or enjoy the peaceful ambiance, this session is all about self-care. Coloring pages and puzzles will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorites. No expectations, no pressure—just a chance to relax, refocus, and refresh your energy so you can return to your day feeling recharged.

Baking is a creative outlet that allows for self-expression and experimentation with flavors and designs. Studies show that engaging in creative activities can boost mood, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being. In this hands-on session, participants will have the opportunity to design and bake their own cookies, exploring different flavors, shapes, and decorations. Whether you take them home or enjoy them on the spot, this make-and-take (or make-and-eat!) session is a fun and delicious way to unwind and get creative!

Teaching is mentally, physically, and emotionally demanding. This 45-minute session helps you train smarter, stay strong, and boost energy—all while balancing work, family, and wellness.

Why Join?
✔️Train effectively as we age
✔️Use movement for stress relief and daily energy
✔️Fit fitness into a busy schedule
✔️Enjoy a fun, full-body workout for all levels

Session Breakdown:
● Warm-up (5 min) – Prep the body
● Circuit (25 min) – 8 stations, 2 rounds
● Cool-down (5 min) – Restore flexibility & breath
● Takeaways – Sustainable fitness habits
● Prioritizing movement keeps us thriving.

Prioritizing movement keeps us thriving.

Join us for an exciting, hands-on session where staff members can explore and experience the indoor high ropes course used in our Project Adventure curriculum. This session offers the opportunity to engage with the same climbing elements your students encounter in PE classes. Participants will have the chance to choose which elements they’d like to climb while gaining insight into the skills, challenges, and teamwork involved in these activities. Whether you’re curious about the curriculum or just looking for a fun and adventurous experience, this session is for you!

Join this interactive session led by a certified meditation and mindfulness teacher to explore the benefits of mindfulness in both teaching and daily life. We'll begin with an overview of mindfulness practices, addressing common misconceptions and how they can support well-being for educators and students alike. Participants will engage in a short guided meditation, followed by a discussion on how mindfulness enhances focus, reduces stress, and fosters resilience. The second half of the session will focus on practical ways to integrate mindfulness into the classroom to improve student engagement, executive functioning skills, and overall classroom atmosphere. Walk away with simple, effective strategies to support a more mindful learning environment.

This session is designed to support teacher well-being through practical strategies and guided relaxation. Participants will engage in a visualization exercise to promote relaxation and self-care while exploring techniques to manage stress and maintain balance. Walk away with simple, effective wellness practices that can be easily integrated into your daily routine.

Teacher wellbeing is at a critical juncture, and many educators are leaving the profession entirely. Teachers will review recent data from the IB on wellbeing and burnout, and will crowdsource practical ways to combat it.