Steph Helfand, Ed.D.

Principal @SearsSchool and
Founder of The Learning Framework

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

99% of people can learn and achieve. It’s in our DNA. The challenge is design, not ability.

New white paper on The Learning Framework shows how to unlock human potential. #Education #Neuroscience #Learning

https://t.co/cJLuqItqUz

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

The key to learning lies in working memory.

When it’s full, students shut down. When it’s clear, they thrive.

Stop. Restore. Reengage.

Read/listen to my new white paper on my website: https://t.co/LO7ywT0RRL

Or watch this overview here: https://t.co/ysCClWCB8o

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

Why do capable students still struggle?

Because effort without fit stalls.

The Learning Framework shows how Function, Learn, Manage, Feel, Do turn struggle from flaw into signal.

Read, listen to, or watch a recap of the white paper: https://t.co/cJLuqItYK7

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

Application is the echo of Understanding.

Read my first White Paper on The Learning Framework:

You can only apply at the level you understand.

#TheLearningFramework https://t.co/cJLuqItqUz

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

Happy Halloween 🎃 👻
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@SearsSchool

[Joseph Sears School @SearsSchool]

We're excited to share that the first week of Compassionate Citizen Month at Sears has been a great success! Students and staff completed a "kindness leaf" to add to our school bulletin, each sharing a quote or example of what kindness means to them.

[Joseph Sears School @SearsSchool]

Kenilworth School District 38 and The Joseph Sears School are excited to announce that the work done as part of the Master Facilities Plan (MFP) has culminated with an Outstanding Design Award for Interior Renovation from American School and University Magazine.

[Joseph Sears School @SearsSchool]

As is tradition at Sears, the third-grade class held its Word Parade on September 20. Third-grade students have been reading the word-friendly book Donovan’s Word Jar.

[Joseph Sears School @SearsSchool]

National IT Professionals Day is celebrated on September 17, and The Joseph Sears School would like to recognize and thank our Technology team for all they do behind the scenes.

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

@united @bsw5020 @sabrevaya @katiecouric @PrimeVideo @iamalsorg @bsw5020 @sabrevaya WOW!🤩

[Joseph Sears School @SearsSchool]

Welcome back, Panthers! 💙🤍 We want to express our heartfelt thanks to our JSSPVA partners and all our local stakeholders for their invaluable support in making today and the surrounding festivities a great success.

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

We’re so excited 😆

[Joseph Sears School @SearsSchool]

The Kenilworth School District 38 Board of Education is pleased to announce that Mr. Geoffrey Perlman has been named the new Assistant Principal of The Joseph Sears School.

[Joseph Sears School @SearsSchool]

On May 17, we welcomed Vivenne and Eleanor Buck as the Principals for a Day. Principal Vivenne Buck is a third-grade student from Mrs. Conaghan’s class, and Principal Eleanor Buck is a first-grade student from Mrs. Masood’s class who got the experience of a lifetime.

[Joseph Sears School @SearsSchool]

The Spring Book Fair launched today and will continue tomorrow. We are thankful for the invaluable support of our school community. Together, we're nurturing a passion for reading among our students. 💙🤍

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

Wow!! @mbertolaD121 l am so excited and proud for you!! You’re one of the best people I know and this is soooo deserved ❤️!

[Melissa Pikul, Ed.D. @melissa_pikul]

Loved celebrating ⁦@mbertolaD121⁩ as the Lake County Administrator of the Year! ⁦Congratulations 🎉@wthsdistrict121⁩ ⁦@IPALake⁩

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

@bsw5020 ❤️

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

@joshuaswanner Congratulations, Dr. Swanner!!

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

@DaleFisherEdD Hi, Cali!!

[Joseph Sears School @SearsSchool]

On March 15, 2024, The Joseph Sears School recognized the winners of the second trimester Panther Pride Awards. This Junior High recognition awards outstanding student character.

[Steph Helfand, Ed.D. @StephHelfand]

@bsw5020 I recognize that gym 💜