Effective Group Facilitation

Jun 23, 2026 10:00AM—Jun 25, 2026 12:00PM

Location

Virtual

Cost Early Bird Pricing for Members (available until June 2) $685 members; $575 group-rate 3+; $1,105 non-members

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Effective Group Facilitation

SESSION 1: June 23, 2026 | 10:00am - 12:00pm

SESSION 2: June 24, 2026 | 10:00am - 12:00pm

SESSION 3: June 25, 2026 | 10:00am - 12:00pm

Beyond California Educator

Do you work at an independent school outside of California? Click here for a discount on our non-member registration!

ABOUT THIS ONLINE SUMMER INSTITUTE

Whether online or in real life, we all know the power and impact of excellent meeting facilitation. Groups reach new levels of creativity, productivity, and innovation with the support of a strong facilitator. But what does it take to play that pivotal role? How does one consistently lead groups through complex, sometimes tense, discussions and decisions? How can these competencies be applied in the classroom as well as the conference room? And now, creating virtual meetings and discussions that engage colleagues and honor limited time resources are paramount. What are the specific skills and techniques that can support effective group facilitation? If building your facilitator toolkit is a goal and focus, then this dynamic workshop is for you. The workshop will take place over 3 consecutive days, running from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Workshop Focus:

  • Creating a collaborative group culture 
  • Facilitating tough topics under pressure
  • Fostering creative thinking & decision-making in groups
  • Building effective agendas that deliver on promises
  • Handling difficult individual and group dynamics 
  • Integrating AI tools effectively

You will leave the workshop with new tactics and a personalized work plan containing strategies to improve your techniques. This workshop is transformative for anyone who leads groups of colleagues or students, whether teachers, department chairs, academic deans, or school heads.  We also highly encourage you to consider attending the workshop with a team from your school.

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR

Jill Bergeron, CATDC Facilitator

For over 20 years, Jill Bergeron has worked in independent schools serving in a variety of roles including teacher, educational technology director, middle school director, and currently assistant head of school at Brentwood School. She has presented on an assortment of topics at conferences that include NAIS, ISTE, ATLIS, and AASL. Most recently, she earned her doctorate in leadership and learning from Vanderbilt University, where she focused on how feelings of belongingness affected teacher retention in independent schools.

Cancellation Policy

Life happens. We understand that there will be times when you cannot attend a workshop that you have registered and paid for. We strive to be as helpful and flexible as possible when things out of your control happen. Please visit our FAQ page for detailed information about our cancellation policy and answers to frequently asked questions about enrollment and membership.