MP Professional Development

Staff Well-Being Experience

with optional Admin Academy Credit

To nurture the culture of well-being in your school community, we are now offering our fun and engaging professional development at three Locations: Goldberry Woods, Diversey Bowl, and Mi Tierra. Bring your staff to a healing, rejuvenating PD experience and give adults in your building the tools to foster agency and effectively manage stress.

Step 1: Explore the table below and select what works best for your budget.

Step 2: Once you have selected date(s), click “Download Table” and save as a PDF.

Step 3: Email Table to Carla.P@mindfulpractice.us. We will email you within 48 hours to confirm your PD date, time, and location.

Questions? Call Mary (630) 675-8708 or Carla (708) 997-2179 for support!

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Fun Photos from Goldberry Woods, Spring 2025

Goldberry Woods Reading
Goldberry Woods Attendees Singing
Goldberry Woods Pancakes
Goldberry Woods Attendees Embracing
Goldberry Woods Activities
Goldberry Woods Confetti Karaoke
Goldberry Woods Playing Bags
Goldberry Woods Attendees Group - Wednesday
Goldberry Woods - Cards Activity
Goldberry Woods - Party Streamers
Goldberry Woods - Worksheets with Friends
Goldberry Woods - Activities 04
Goldberry Woods - Activities 06
Goldberry Woods - Framework Activity
Goldberry Woods Activities
Goldberry Woods - Activities 05
Goldberry Woods - Hiking
Goldberry Woods Playing Bags
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Choose from our Well-Being PD Experiences:

Option 1: PD in a Natural Setting + Overnight Stay

What: This overnight PD features engaging well-being activities and includes breakfast and overnight sleeping accommodations at Goldberry Woods—a scenic bed and breakfast nestled in nature.

Where: Goldberry Woods in Union Pier, Michigan. (75 minutes from Chicago)

Who: The space can accommodate up to 22 overnight guests. (Please note: Some rooms are shared occupancy).

When: Please reserve dates below.

Food: Breakfast and lunch are included. For dinner, we recommend that participants explore local venues.

Number of overnight events

$14,875

Option 2: PD in a Natural Setting

What: This fun and engaging team-building PD is located at scenic Goldberry Woods and includes nature hikes, painting, and journaling.

Where: Goldberry Woods in Union Pier, Michigan. (75 minutes from Chicago)

Who: Up to 33 Administrators, Educators, Faculty and Staff per event.

When: Please reserve dates below.

Food: Lunch is included.

Number of Full-Day PDs

$9,975

Option 3: PD in Chicago at Fun Locations

What: Choose from Diversey Bowl or Mi Tierra in Chicago for this fun and engaging team-building PD.

Where: Choice of Diversey Bowl or Mi Tierra

Who: Up to 40 Administrators, Educators, Faculty and Staff per event.

When: Please reserve dates below.

Food: Lunch is included.

Number of Half-Day PDs

$6,815

Which date(s) would you like to attend?

2025

2026

Total: $0
Board Report #: 24-0425-PR5 | CPS Vendor #: 64915
(Strategic Source Vendor, SSV)
Goldberry Woods Attendees Group - Thursday
Goldberry Woods - Activities
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Goldberry Woods - Activities 03
Goldberry Woods - Firepit
Goldberry Woods -Hanging Outside
Goldberry Woods - Worksheets
Goldberry Woods -Hanging Outside 03
Goldberry Woods - Dinner
Goldberry Woods - Activities 02
Goldberry Woods -Painting with Friends
Goldberry Woods Attendees Group - Tuesday
Goldberry Woods Bicycling
Goldberry Woods Karaoke
Goldberry Woods
Goldberry Woods Friends
Goldberry Woods Quality Time
Goldberry Woods Painting
Goldberry Woods Chatting
Goldberry Woods Group
Goldberry Woods High Five
Goldberry Woods Relaxing with Friends
Goldberry Woods Celebration
Goldberry Woods Morning

Reminder, to book your PD(s):

Step 1: Explore the table below and select what works best for your budget.

Step 2: Once you have selected date(s), click “Download Table” and save as a PDF.

Step 3: Email Table to Carla.P@mindfulpractices.us. We will email you within 48 hours to confirm your PD date, time, and location.

Questions? Call or email Mary Kusper (630) 675-8708 mary.k@classcatalyst.com or Carla Philibert (708) 997-2179 carla.p@mindfulpractices.us for support!

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Phone

(312) 870-0489‬

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