In 2018, more than 800 educators from around the world gathered in Fort Worth, Texas for the World Positive Education Accelerator (WPEA) – and something powerful was set in motion.
From that gathering emerged the Positive Education Consortium, a nonprofit network that sparked an ongoing conversation about helping educators create thriving learning communities.
For eight years, Consortium members have advanced positive education by amplifying student voice, connecting research and practice, and collaborating with educators to create cultures where students and staff thrive.
The conversation continues...
Thank You for Joining Us!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Motivation: Me. You. Us. — The Motivational Power of Intergenerational Connection Through the Power of Story.
Together, we explored how stories connect generations, deepen understanding, and inspire growth. Through reflection, dialogue, and the arts, we discovered how meaningful conversations foster empathy, strengthen relationships, and create a greater sense of belonging.
Grounded in Appreciative Inquiry, Peace Education, Positive Psychology, and arts-based practices, our conversation highlighted the power of shared stories to move individuals and communities from disconnection to connection.
Thank you for bringing your experiences, insights, and openness to this meaningful conversation. We look forward to continuing the journey together in future Changemaker Conversations.
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Next session: Monday, August 3 at, 12:00 EST
Growth isn't just about learning—it's about putting learning into action.
Join the Positive Education Consortium for the culminating conversation in the BECOME a Changemaker series as we reflect on the insights, connections, and possibilities that emerged through our exploration of Bravery, Energy, Creativity, Openness, and Motivation.
Facilitated by Anita Andersen, CAS, PEC, Life Coach and Shelby O'Brien, M.S. in Special Education & Literacy, this interactive session explores how strengths-based practices, positive relationships, and meaningful dialogue empower individuals, schools, and communities to create lasting positive change.
Together, we will:
Reflect on personal and professional growth.
Celebrate stories of hope, resilience, and flourishing.
Identify key insights from the BECOME journey.
Explore practical ways to turn intention into action.
Commit to meaningful next steps that sustain positive change.
Educators, leaders, students, changemakers, and lifelong learners who are ready to move beyond inspiration and into action.
Participants will leave with renewed clarity, confidence, connection, and a practical pathway for creating positive change in their classrooms, organizations, and communities.
Bravery - From Preparation to Purpose: Reimagining Teacher Education Through Positive Education
Energy - What Lights Students Up: Helping Young People Connect More Meaningfully to their Academic Journey
Creativity - Creative Strategies to Maintain Your Balance in a Constantly Changing World
Openness - Affecting Behavior Change: Seeing What’s Strong—Using Openness to Align Systems and Strengths for a Thriving School Culture.
Motivation: The Motivational Power of Intergenerational Connection Through the Power of Story.
Empowerment: Closing Reflections on the Co-Creative, Curious, and Courageous BECOME a Changemaker Conversations.
You can view recordings of the conversations below.
BRAVERY - From Preparation to Purpose: Reimagining Teacher Education Through Positive Education.
ENERGY - What Lights Students Up: Helping Young People Connect More Meaningfully to their Academic Journey
CREATIVITY - Creative Strategies to Maintain Your Balance in a Constantly Changing World
OPENNESS - Affecting Behavior Change: Seeing What’s Strong—Aligning Systems and Strengths for a Thriving School Culture
MOTIVATION - Motivation: Me. You. Us. —
The Motivational Power of Intergenerational Connection Through the Power of Story.
