Executive Skills Workshop
Executive skills are the foundation for learning, independence, and long‑term success. At The Janus School, executive skills are explicitly taught and intentionally embedded across the school day through individualized instruction, informed support, and authentic learning experiences.
At The Janus School, we integrate evidence-based strategies that strengthen students’ executive skills, helping them develop habits that lead to greater independence and success.
Complete the form below to sign up to receive updates on professional development offerings from The Janus School related to executive skills. We also offer customized learning opportunities, on-site trainings, and host tours at Janus for educators and professionals.
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What Are Executive Skills?
Executive skills, sometimes called executive functioning, are the cognitive processes that help individuals plan, organize, manage time, regulate emotions, sustain attention, and follow through on tasks. These skills are essential for every child’s academic success and daily life, and they can be particularly challenging for students with learning differences.
At Janus, we take a strengths‑based, student‑centered approach to executive skills development. Rather than asking students to fit into a system, we design environments, routines, and supports that allow students to access learning while building independence and confidence over time.
Executive Skills Curriculum
We are currently developing a three‑year middle school executive skills curriculum designed to support students as they build self‑awareness, independence, and transferable strategies across academic and real‑life contexts.
This curriculum draws from:
- Classroom‑tested practices used daily at Janus
- Research‑informed frameworks
- Feedback from educators, students, and families
Additional details will be shared as the curriculum becomes available.
On‑Demand Professional Learning
We are in the process of transforming our most recent executive skills workshop into an on‑demand learning experience that can be accessed by individuals or organizations.
This self‑paced format will allow educators and professionals to:
- Build foundational understanding of executive skills
- Explore practical tools and strategies
- Apply concepts directly to their own learning environments
Live Professional Learning Opportunities
While we continue to expand our on-demand executive skills offerings, live professional learning remains an important and intentional part of our work.
We plan to offer in-person and/or virtual executive skills workshops once or twice each year, creating opportunities for educators and professionals to come together for meaningful, real-time learning.
Our live workshops are designed to be:
- Interactive and engaging – not passive presentations
- Grounded in real classroom scenarios and practical strategies
- Centered on professional conversation, reflection, and collaboration
Participants consistently tell us that what makes these sessions valuable is the chance to:
- Learn alongside other educators and professionals supporting learners with learning differences
- Engage in hands-on activities that model executive skills strategies in action
- Ask questions, share challenges, and problem-solve collaboratively in the moment
Live workshops offer something that on-demand learning can’t fully replicate: the energy of shared inquiry, the nuance of discussion, and the insight that comes from learning together in real time. In addition, PA educators may earn Act 48 hours, giving our training opportunities added value.
Because these sessions are offered periodically and space may be limited, we encourage interested educators and professionals to stay connected so they don’t miss future opportunities.
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Interested in executive skills resources, curriculum updates, or future professional learning opportunities?
Complete the interest form below to:
- Receive updates on curriculum and on‑demand offerings
- Be notified when live workshops are scheduled
- Learn more about professional collaboration opportunities
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