Programs for Teachers and Students
BRITE is an active wellness program designed to Bring Real Intention To Education. Developed for schools, BRITE inspires students, educators and parents to recognize the light within each child. Guiding our youth to discover what makes them shine, recognize the light in others, creating a BRITE future for all!
We all know how important education is. A good education is necessary for learning, achieving goals and freedom of choice for our future. Connecting to our intelligence is an essential part of the learning process. Schools sometimes focus only on academic intelligence. Today, studies prove the great importance of social and emotional intelligence as well. and when absent in the (delete this) But, when we can (delete) tap into the S.E.A.(Social, Emotional, Academic) of intelligence in each child, we guide them to reach their full potential! When our students connect to their unique gifts, recognize and honor the gifts in others, they create true success.
BRITE students learn when they shine their light BRITE, they harness the power to build trust – creativity – confidence – love – empathy – self expression – communication – collaboration – insight – intelligence – purpose and connection. Becoming kind, compassionate citizens and exceptional choice makers!
GY BRITE program infuses high energy dance/fitness, mindful movement and journaling for a total mind/body workout to release stress and negative emotions, opening up to gratitude and the power in a positive attitude while building strength flexibility and focus. Students also learn evidence based breathing and self care techniques to regulate emotions, manage stress and anxiety from school, home, competition and social pressure. Balancing the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspect in each student to shine their BRITEst!
BRITE Students Programs are designed for schools and have a Complete 20 hour training program – detailed curriculum and companion guidebook. This is not just a another class. It is a BRITE experience that will flow in daily routines at school and home!
*Available to customize to suit your needs.
A message from the BRITE creator, Kathi,
Growing up in a large family with a lot of love and a lot of chaos, I was number 8 of 9 kids and had a happy childhood at home. However, in school my light was dim. I had learning differences, felt stupid and did not like school. In fact, it was pretty painful, I had a hard time sitting still and acted out in a negative way until I connected with my innate gifts. It was then, when I knew I was enough that I could be whatever I wanted in life. It was no longer just about how to get the grade, that felt hopeless. It was more about who I was, what did I want to be in this world and how would I get there? I mattered, my dreams were important. This shifted my world in such a positive way and my life has been happy and blessed beyond words! I am grateful to the teachers, mentors, and my Mom and Dad who saw my light. They gave me encouragement, hope, guidance and the knowingness that I wasn’t stupid, in fact, my gifts brought joy to many! This is why I am passionate to bring a positive experience to learning and awareness that everyone is smart in their own way, that everyone has a unique gift to share with the world and that all are recognized honored and appreciated!
In my 30+ years in working with youth and families I have noticed that regardless of your culture, educational background, socioeconomic status – We all are in route to the pursuit of happiness, this is our highest goal for our children as well. Whether you come from a low or highly resourced upbringing, we all have struggles, stress, pain and can feel not enough if we are not connected with our passion, our purpose, our potential, regardless of our grades. There is a SEA of intelligence in everyone! (Social, Emotional & Academic) Also keep consistent with above, either use it as S.E.A. or bold SEA It is essential for our youth to tap into their own SEA of intelligence. We all learn differently and have special gifts to share with the world!
Einstein put it best in his quote:
“ Everybody is a genious. But if you judge a fish by it’s ability to climb a tree, it will live it’s whole life believing that it is stupid.“
BRITE recognizes and celebrates the SEA of intelligence in every student, everywhere! So I invite educators, mentors, parents and caregivers to join the BRITE SEA movement to build a brighter future for our students, schools, communities and the world!
Shine On!
Kathi Donnelly
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