Becoming Balanced: The Importance of Self-Regulation (Series Begins Jan. 16, 2026)

For this webinar series, participants will automatically be enrolled in all 5 sessions.

Speaker

Colleen Hogan-Mazzola, M.Ed.

Description

Understanding student self-regulation is crucial for teachers as it directly impacts student learning, student to student interactions, student to teacher interactions as well as the overall classroom behavior. Self-regulation allows students to take ownership of their learning, manage their emotions and behaviors, and ultimately achieve greater success in school and beyond. To effectively support their students, educators must develop strategies to manage their own emotions and stressors. Practicing self-care is essential for educators to meet the needs of their students, yet it remains an area where many teachers struggle.

To receive PDPs and CEUs, participants must attend all 5 sessions and successfully pass a quiz following Session 5. Within 24 hours of the live webinar, registrants will be emailed a link to view the recorded webinar. The recording will be made available for 7 days after each session.

Introduction to Self-Regulation is designed to help educators understand that self-regulation is the ability of an individual to manage and control their behavior, thoughts and emotions. Self-regulation helps children and teens to learn, behave well, get along with others and become independent. 

 This session will provide the participants with an understanding of how adverse and  traumatic experiences can impact a student’s well-being and learning. The session covers the definition of ACEs, the potential long-term health consequences, and strategies for supporting individuals who have experienced them.  

Co-regulation is the process where caring adults (parents, teachers, etc.) provide support that helps children and teens develop the ability to self-regulate. This involves creating warm and supportive relationships, providing a structured environment, and offering coaching and feedback. 

Calming tools for self-regulation are strategies, items and even the environment used to help individuals calm down, manage and control experiences of stress, anxiety, and other strong emotions. These tools can range from simple activities like deep breathing to more elaborate resources like calming corners or sensory items.  

This session aims to equip educators with strategies to manage and control their own emotions, stress, and well-being. The goal is to  enhance the educator’s ability to practice self-care and to support students in developing their own self-regulatory skills. The session will incorporate discussion of  practices such as mindfulness, yoga, and meditation.

About the Speaker

Colleen Hogan-Mazzola, M.Ed., (she/her) has over 30 years in the field of education in Massachusetts, including public school teaching, directing and Early Childhood Education program in a Vocational Technical High School and as an Education Instructor at a community college. She also taught preschool and owned and operated a small home child care and preschool when her own children were young. Colleen holds Bachelor’s, Master’s and Post-Master’s degrees in Early Childhood and Elementary Education and Early Education Leadership. Recently retired from the public school system, Colleen works as an Educational Specialist presenting  workshops as well as continuing to teach college courses in Education. 

Membership Information

Most MPY webinars are available ONLY to current staff from member districts and organizations. Public school memberships include police and fire personnel. Former and retired employees and members of committees, including but not limited to, PTO/PTA, PAC, School Improvement Councils, Health Councils, Drug/Alcohol Councils, and school volunteers, are not considered MPY members.

PDPs and CEUs

MPY is an approved Professional Development Provider through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education (Provider No. F20180079). Professional Development Points (PDPs) are offered for most MPY professional development webinars. PDPs are issued in 10 hour increments, per DESE requirements.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available for clinical staff through the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the Massachusetts Mental Health Counselors Association, Inc. (MaMHCA). The NASW and the MaMHCA approve each event individually. CEUs may be given in hourly increments.

To receive PDPs and CEUs, participants must pass the quiz.

Event Cancellation Policy

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All sessions are 9:30 – 11:30 am

  • Session 1: January 16, 2026, Introduction to Self-Regulation
  • Session 2: January 30, 2026, Adverse Childhood Experiences or ACE’s 
  • Session 3: February 13, 2026, Co-Regulation 
  • Session 4: February 27, 2026, Tools to Calm
  • Session 5: March 13, 2026, What About Me? Educators and Self-Regulation