BodyBrainTech
PowerUP
Workshops
Empowering children with confident writing through in-person and online workshops designed for children and their support people.
Program Overview
Our "Body-Brain-Tech Power Up Workshops" are designed to unlock every child's potential in writing. We focus on empowering children with learning disabilities and writing challenges through multiple methods of writing production—drawing, handwriting, typing, voice recording, and speech recognition.
Our approach is grounded in Universal Design for Learning principles to maximize accessibility and expression.We are committed to creating inclusive learning environments where children feel valued, respected, and capable of expressing their ideas with confidence.
We are committed to creating inclusive learning environments where children feel valued, respected, and capable of expressing their ideas with confidence.
Global Reach
Our program welcomes children aged 6 to 12 from around the world, offering a unique opportunity for international collaboration. Local participants in the Rockford area can join in-person, while online sessions connect children globally, allowing them to share and learn from diverse perspectives.
We use real-time live-streamed sessions and on-demand access to recorded workshops, ensuring accessibility for all, no matter their location or schedule.
Module 1: Writing
Empowering children with confident writing in in-person and online workshops. Our first module focuses on building strong foundational skills while recognizing that every child learns differently.
Curriculum Highlights
Foundations of Confident Writing
- Helping children understand that their ideas and voices matter and how to put them into words.
Writing Techniques and Tools
- Introducing various writing strategies, from brainstorming to drafting and revising, to help them structure their thoughts. This includes multiple methods of writing production:
Drawing
Handwriting
Typing
Voice Recording
Speech Recognition
Our Universal Design for Learning approach maximizes students' ability to share information, enhance their cognitive skills, and produce writing in ways that are most effective and productive for their unique abilities.
Peer Collaboration and Feedback
Encouraging students to share their work with peers, gaining confidence and new perspectives.
Personalized Guidance
Providing individualized feedback and support based on each child's progress and data.
Showcasing Progress
Opportunities for students to present their work to family and peers, celebrating their growth and achievements.
Sessions and Timing
Weekly In-Person Sessions in the Rockford area, held on Saturday afternoons
Live Online Sessions available for remote participants
On-Demand Access to recorded sessions for convenience
Zoom Meetings are held with families before in-person sessions to build connection and understanding
Sessions and timing to fit everyone, wherever they live and whatever their schedule.
Individualized Learning
Our program is built on:
Individualized program based on student data
Data-driven progress tracking and evaluation
Multiple methods of writing production to match each child's strengths and preferences
We believe that every child learns differently, and we use personalized data to track growth and adapt learning strategies accordingly.
Location
Nordlof Center
N. Main Street Rockford, IL 61101
Benefits
Our program helps children build confidence in their unique ideas and voices. They learn that what they think and say is valuable, and they gain the skills to effectively translate their thoughts into written form. We emphasize developing confident writers who are proud of their ideas and capable of expressing them with clarity.
Pricing and Enrollment
$99/month per student
3 months recurring plan
Accessible both locally and globally
Includes live sessions, on-demand recordings, and personalized feedback
Real-time progress tracking and individualized learning plans for every student
Flexible enrollment options to support ongoing growth and development