What People are Saying

  • “Learning about A Framework for Wise Education is an invaluable step for any educator looking for a more holistic way to teach. The wisdom of this course can and will transform classrooms whether or not you have ever heard of a chakra before. Maureen Burford and Ellen Tadd outline a simple and powerful framework to better understand the human beings teachers steward, and to better support their growth.”

    —T. G., educator

  • “I have taken many courses and participated in many professional development experiences. This particular course has been perhaps the most fulfilling of them all–teaching me so much about myself while simultaneously enabling me to better support those around me to realize their potential in the classroom and outside of it. Theoretical and practical, this course has helped me be more intentional and reflective in my parenting, in my work in education, and in all other aspects of my life.”

    —Katie M., Educator & Administrator

  • “This course taught me about being more relaxed, focused, and present so I can be the best version of myself for my son.”

    —T. L., parent and educator

  • “In 25 years of continuing education, I have never been so moved. Great things will happen with this model of education!”

    -P.B Farm Wilderness Camp

  • “In a time of local and global unrest, it is powerful to learn how to honestly reflect on our strengths and address our weaknesses, with the intent of helping young people do the same as they grow and mature."

    — M. S. Educator and Parent

  • "If we can help children know who they deeply are, understand their interconnectedness with others and the natural world, and with that knowledge, build a creative, fulfilling life — well, that would be gob-smacking wonderful.  In my mind, there is nothing more important than this."

    Richmond Mayo-Smith Former head of Roxbury Latin school

  • “In the first week, my son had a breakthrough in how he understands the concept of focus!”

    E. C., Parent

  • "Two days after teaching the Tadd Technique [ to a boy I work with] he stopped by in the morning to share: ‘Ms. C., I don't think I need to see you today. I’m feeling good, and I know what to do to get my focus back.’ This was a first! These techniques are really helping my students! And they are helping me too, and not just at school.”

    D.C. Elementary Educator

  • "I am a preschool teacher who has recently completed the Foundations 1 course. I have found it incredibly helpful in my work life as well as my personal life, especially as the parent of a strong-willed one-year-old. The first course gave me a toolkit for regulating emotions, staying positive amidst challenges, and maintaining a calm presence with young children. I am excited to gain further knowledge of Ellen’s Framework and look forward to deepening my practice. "

    — C. G. Preschool Teacher

  • “I cannot say enough wonderful things about this course! I learned more about myself than I thought would be possible. This course has changed my daily routine, enhanced my problem-solving capabilities and has left me feeling a more complete person. Most importantly, it is changing the way that I listen to and work with students of all ages. We really need more people using this framework.”

    — Foundations-2 Learner