About the Course

Cracking the Code – Boys In LEARNING 

Are you ready to transform the way boys engage and learn in your classrooms? Join us for the groundbreaking workshop ‘Boys In LEARNING’, a pivotal professional development opportunity designed to address and enhance boys’ learning achievement.

Why Attend?

• Expert Insights: Learn from international keynote speakers, experienced Curriculum Leaders and PLD presenters, sharing best-practice skills and innovative strategies.
• Research-Based Approach: Grounded in the latest international research, including findings from the McGill Centre for Research in Neuroscience, gain a comprehensive understanding of how boys process and learn.
• Practical Tools and Strategies: Equip yourself with a wealth of hands-on tools and effective strategies proven to improve boys’ enagagement and achievement.

Workshop Highlights:

• Neurological Understanding: Delve into the neurological construct and development of boys’ brains, gaining insights into how they process and engage in learning.
• Best-Practice Pedagogy: Discover both established and emergent pedagogical approaches tailored for boys, ensuring you can apply methods that resonate with their learning style.
• Empowerment through Learning: Learn how to empower boys in their learning journey, turning perceived challenges into opportunities for success.
• Resource-Rich Learning: Receive an extensive range of resources and strategies to conduct impactful staff workshops focused on boosting boys’ engagement and achievement.

Who Should Attend? This workshop is ideal for educators, learning coordinators, SENCO, and school leaders who are committed to addressing the gap in boys’ learning and achievement.

Join the Movement: Be part of a transformative shift in educational practice, focusing on enabling boys to succeed in learning.

Keynote Facilitators

Marshall Diggs

Marshall has a background as a principal, community leader and keynote speaker, Marshall’s role as Director at the Growth Culture Leadership Academy perfectly combines his incredible ability to inspire educators, with his strengths in leadership, coaching and mentoring.

Marshall excels in effective leadership, bicultural leadership, culture-building, innovation, and strategic solutions. A sought-after speaker at national and international conferences, his strengths lie in effective communication, leadership development, and team building. Marshall and his wife are also deeply committed to global impact. Currently, they are pioneering community transformation projects in Australia, Uganda, Fiji and New Zealand in partnership with several charitable organisations including the Strengths Foundation and World Vision.

Keryn Annan

Keryn Annan's professional background is in educational leadership and organisational development, notably in her roles as Deputy Principal and as a facilitator for Growth Culture. Her career is distinguished by a commitment to fostering environments where individuals and teams can thrive by leveraging their unique strengths. Keryn's approach
integrates her deep understanding of educational dynamics with innovative growth strategies, making her a pivotal figure in transforming organisational cultures. Her work emphasizes the importance of a strengths-based approach, highlighting how such strategies can lead to increased engagement, productivity, and overall satisfaction within teams and organizations.

Bex Rose

Bex Rose is an esteemed education professional with an extensive 20-year career that includes Deputy Principal. Demonstrating robust leadership skills, her commitment to continuous professional growth is evident as a previous facilitator in Digital Technology, alongside developing strong business acumen through her role as Head of Impact for Growth Culture Ltd. Known for her ability to foster a positive and collaborative school culture, Bex stands out as a leader who can mobilise her team towards shared objectives and tackle challenges with innovative, creative solutions.

Course Cost

$345 + gst

Workshop Disclaimer

Our workshops require a minimum number of delegates to proceed in its intended physical format. Should this minimum not be met, the event may be transitioned to an alternative format to ensure all registered participants can access the content, as well as maintain the workshop’s quality and interactive nature. The decision to switch to an alternative format will be communicated promptly to all registrants. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility. For inquiries, please contact info@gcla.co.nz.