Professional Development / Presentations for Schools

The Light House provides school mental health professional development and presentations for public and faith-based schools throughout Connecticut. The Light House will provide trained, school certified staff to present to school staff or students on relevant topics. Our staff will create a tailored plan for your school that includes professional development, student assemblies, running circles or other research-based interventions. The Light House will support staff and/or students in social-emotional learning, school climate, restorative justice practices, running circles or running groups that may satisfy IEP requirements.

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Common Topics & Formats

Depending on your school’s needs, this service may include:

  • Staff professional development (single session or series)

  • Student presentations or assemblies

  • Social-emotional learning (SEL) support

  • School climate and community-building strategies

  • Restorative justice practices and running circles

  • Targeted groups/interventions (including supports that may satisfy IEP requirements, when appropriate)

Who It’s For

  • Public and faith-based schools

  • School staff and student groups (based on your goals and topic)

Experience You Can Trust: Suzylynne Williams, founder of The Light House, spent almost 10 years as a Social Worker in the Connecticut Public Schools and was chosen as Teacher of the Year in 2020. Our team brings that same passion and experience in supporting students, staff, and parents.

What to Expect

1

Reach out

Tell us what your school is looking for (topics, audience, timeline). Contact Us

2

Tailored plan

We’ll create a plan designed around your school’s needs and goals.

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Delivery & follow-up

Training and/or presentations are delivered by trained staff, with next steps as needed.

Fees

Many services at The Light House are tailored to meet the goals and needs of our clients; for this reason, there is no set fee schedule. You will always be notified of the applicable fees in advance of service.

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