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Life Skills for Students: Effective Approaches for School Leaders

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Life Skills for Students: Effective Approaches for School Leaders

In this session, Dr. Cynthia Knight explores practical strategies for integrating life skills education into schools. She discusses the essential skills students need—from communication and problem-solving to resilience and decision-making—and how school leaders can effectively embed them into daily learning. Discover research-backed approaches to preparing students for both academic success and real-world challenges.

Speakers:

Dr. Cynthia Knight: CEO of Iowa Choice Charter School.

Avinash Bansal: Co-founder, TomoClub

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