During this interactive session, participants will gain a better understanding of how to utilize Animal Assisted Interactions (AAI) in schools as a support of creating a positive school climate and culture. The session will walk through what AAI looks like in as a part of a tiered intervention system (MTSS) in order to support student belonging across the school setting. Participants will walk away with ideas for utilizing AAI in their schools, ideas for connecting with Human-Animal partners to travel to their schools, and a chance to experience the benefits of AAI themselves!
Session Objectives:
- Understand the basics of Animal Assisted Interactions in the school setting.
- Discover ways to engage both staff and students in SEL utilizing Animal Assisted Interactions.
- Experience the benefits of Animal Assisted Interactions in session.