Movement and Education
Join leading Dance/Movement Educators and Education Specialists to explore strategies and tools for integrating movement at all levels of learning in pK-12 classrooms.
Colorado State University invites Colorado pK-12 educators and administrators to join us in person for presentations, exploration, sharing resources, and expanding our awareness and knowledge of the benefits of movement in the classroom. Guest speakers, university faculty, and education specialists will present the latest research and tools to help you reach more students, offer innovative ways to teach core curriculum and learn about how our state is supporting our efforts.
Topics
- Movement fundamentals with integrated lesson plan ideas
- Dances from around the world & cultural connections
- Social and emotional learning for educators and students
- Mindfulness practices
- Inclusive and equitable learning environments supported with movement in mind
- Culturally relevant pedagogy
- Restorative practices and building authentic relationships
- Time for planning, networking, and collaborating across disciplines
- And more...
Presenters/Guests:
In the Summer of 2025, CSU Dance faculty will be joined by noted regional educators and a visiting guest presenter to explore strategies and tools for integrating movement at all levels of learning.
CSU Faculty
Additional Guests
We will be joined by community and regional educators, specialists in social and emotional learning, mindfulness and equity, inclusion and diversity.
- Jessica Loveall, co-director, pk-12 school psychologist, SEL/dance educator
- Pamela Barker, Education Psychology and Social & Emotional Learning
- Dr. Patricia Vigil, Director of CSU University Partnerships and Student Success
- Everett and Ame Vigil, Restorative Justice Education
- Ernan Torrez and FocoFlava
Our Sponsors
The seminar is generously supported by the CSU College of Liberal Arts, CSU School of Music Theatre, and Dance with integral private support from:
Jim Vidakovich
Jane Slusarski-Harris and Rod Harris
Mary Pat McCurdie
Dates: June 9-12, 2025
Registration
- There is NO CHARGE for the seminar but registration is required.
- Seminar enrollment is limited to 30
Continuing Education Credit
- Teachers may sign up for CSU Continuing Education credit (fee required)
