Upcoming 2024-25 GPA Training Institute Events
DECEMBER 8, 2024, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
So, You Think You Prioritize Social and Emotional Learning?
Creating and SEL Implementation Plan with Intentionality
Featuring Erika Allen and Jessica Cuoccio Daghfous
Erika Allen
Jessica Cuoccio Daghfous
Erika Allen is an SEL Program Manager at The Urban Assembly in New York City, working to advance students’ economic and social mobility by improving public education through partnering with schools and districts in support of their implementation of high quality Social Emotional Learning. A former middle school educator and chef, Erika has 15 years of professional experience in a wide range of fields all centered around care for people and their development.
Jessica Cuoccio Daghfous, a licensed social worker in NY, is a SEL Program Manager at the Urban Assembly, focused on creating equitable and supportive environments for all students. She works closely with educators and leaders to design inclusive, tailored programs that prioritize student well-being and emotional development.
2 Free NJDOE PD Credits are available for NJ Educators attending this workshop.
MARCH 7, 2025, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Teaching Students to Use Emotional Regulation: Best Practices for Educators
Featuring Dr. Michael Selbst, BCBA-D, Behavior Therapy Associates, Somerset NJ
Dr. Michael Selbst, BCBA-D
Michael C. Selbst, Ph.D., BCBA-D is the Executive Director of Behavior Therapy Associates. A Licensed Psychologist, Certified School Psychologist, and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst at the Doctoral level, he also Co-Founded the HI-STEP® Summer Social Skills Program. He is co-author of publications and books including The Behavior Problems Resource Kit: Forms and Procedures for Identification, Measurement and Intervention, The Social Skills Curriculum, POWER-Solving®: Stepping Stones to Solving Life’s Everyday Social Problems, and a book chapter “Acceptance and Commitment Therapy” in A. G. Dempsey’s (Ed.) book, Pediatric Health Conditions in Schools: A Clinician’s Guide for Working with Children, Families, and Educators. He has extensive experience evaluating and treating children, teens and adults, and consulting with school districts and private schools. A sought-after speaker, he has led workshops at local, statewide, national, and international conferences.
2 Free NJDOE PD Credits are available for NJ Educators attending this workshop.
