Framework for Wise Education
Training for Educators and Parents

  • “In 25 years of continuing education, I have never been so moved. Great things will happen with this model of education!”

    — P. B. Farm and Wilderness Camps

  • “In a time of local and global unrest, it is powerful to learn how to honestly reflect on our strengths and address our weaknesses, with the intent of helping young people do the same as they grow and mature."

    —M. S. Educator and parent

  • "If we can help children know who they deeply are, understand their interconnectedness with others and the natural world, and with that knowledge, build a creative, fulfilling life — well, that would be gob-smacking wonderful.  In my mind, there is nothing more important than this."

    — Richmond Mayo-Smith -Former Head, Roxbury Latin School

  • “In the first week, my son had a breakthrough in how he understands the concept of focus!”

    — E. C., Parent

  • “Learning about A Framework for Wise Education is an invaluable step for any educator looking for a more holistic way to teach.”

    —T. G., educator

  • “I have taken many courses and participated in many professional development experiences. [Framework training] has been perhaps the most fulfilling of them all–teaching me so much about myself while simultaneously enabling me to better support those around me to realize their potential in the classroom and outside of it. "

    —Katie M., Educator & Administrator

  • “Every child in our school should be learning these skills.”

    — W. T., elementary educator

About our Offerings

About Our Training Program
Creative Lives leads the way in bringing the Framework for Wise Education® to educators, counselors, and parents. In collaboration with educator and author Ellen Tadd, we’ve developed a multi-level training program designed to deepen understanding and practical application of this holistic approach.

Our training program includes both in person and self-paced options including:

  • Two 9-week online courses that provide foundational and applied training

  • Ongoing support and community for trained practitioners

  • An advanced internship for those seeking to become trainers in this approach

Both courses are eligible for professional development hours and can be taken for graduate credit through our accredited partners: Southern New Hampshire University.

Foundations 1: Ellen Tadd’s
Framework for Wise Education®

This is the first course in our multi-tiered online training. Throughout this nine-week course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Framework and its applications for yourself and the young people in your lives. Learn More

Foundations 2:
Applying a Framework for Wise Education®

This course deepens your ability to apply Framework tools and strategies with young people and peers. Through practicum work, you will discover specific ways to use Framework principles in both individual and group settings with children ranging in age from toddlers to high schoolers. Prerequisite: Foundations 1. Learn More

Peer Learning Symposiums

These monthly gatherings provide ongoing practice and support in A Framework for Wise Education® to those who have completed Foundations-1 and beyond. Learn More

Cohort Training Program

Discover the benefits of completing our full certification program (Foundations 1 and 2) with a team of your peers. This program launches each summer in June (with Foundations 1 Training). Teams can elect to continue into Foundations 2 training in the following fall or winter session. Learn More

Framework Facilitator Internship

This is the third level of training in Framework certification. This internship includes on-site application of the Framework as well as serving as a teacher training in our certification program.
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