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Teacher Resources




The Summer
Rejuvenation Guide

10 Tips to Help You Relax, Reflect, and Recharge for the Coming School Year from Edutopia.org
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Event Schedule

What's New

Linda Lantieri Talks to
the Garrison Institute

Hear Lindai's talk on Contemplative Education at the Garrison Institute.
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New Research: The Benefits of School-Based Social and Emotional Learning Programs.
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Can You Teach
Emotional Intelligence?

See IRP's work featured in this month's issue of Yes magazine.
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Mindfulness & Education Conference
Omega Institute for Holistic Studies
August 6-8, 2010
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Stress Reduction Practitioners



Ixchel Allblood, MFA
Ixchel is an AFAA certified Fitness Instructor and certified practitioner of Thai Yogic Touch.  She learned the art of Thai bodywork as it is authentically taught, in Asian Buddhist Temples. She is currently training in Somatic Movement Therapy, and practices Yoga, White Crane Kung Fu, Samba and Capoeira.


Cynthia Smith-Miller, RN, BSN
Cynthia, a Registered Nurse and Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist, also practices Amma Therapeutic Oriental Body Work. She currently works as Nurse case manager and field supervisor at a NY home care agency and is committed to empowering people to take charge of their own wellness.


Juli Cooper, MA. LMT
Juli is a somatic therapist, licensed Massage Therapist and a registered practitioner of Jin Shin Doâ Bodymind Acupressureä.  She has a private practice, and has used her skills and training in trauma and bodywork extensively in many and varied projects, especially since 9/11.


Elena Lopez Sans, RSME, ATI, AEPY
Elana is a certified teacher member of the Alexander Technique International, a Registered Somatic Movement Educator, and has taught dance and yoga in Europe and New York. She offers innovative classes in  "Alexander Technique and Yoga" and "Dance of Yoga".  


Nancy Zendora, CMA, RMT
Nancy is a certified Movement Analyst from the Laban Institute, a Registered Movement Therapist, choreographer, dancer, and bodywork practitioner. She has a private Shiatsu practice and is a teacher of Authentic Movement.