The BrainWise Program

The BrainWise Program BrainWise is a proven, evidence-based social and emotional learning program for building critical th

BrainWise was specifically created to teach critical thinking and decision making skills to children and teens. BrainWise understands that in order to control emotional or impulsive behavior, lasting change must come from building and reinforcing new critical thinking skills that teach children and teens how to stop and think before they act. Learning to be BrainWise is easy, and the curriculum is

adaptable to almost any format. The high-impact curricula and teaching aids were designed to be flexible for teachers, while being simple to learn and engaging for students. Based upon careful research and developed in the class room, BrainWise is an internationally recognized, comprehensive program that introduces critical thinking concepts, applies them to everyday situations, and reinforces them through practice to create new and lasting neural pathways in the brain. By building advanced critical thinking skills and teaching students how to recognize everyday opportunities for application, the BrainWise program is helping kids replace impulsive responses with sound decision-making behavior.

We're proud to announce a collaboration between BrainWise and Knight Moves, aimed at enhancing communication skills amon...
05/21/2026

We're proud to announce a collaboration between BrainWise and Knight Moves, aimed at enhancing communication skills among Navajo youth at Window Rock High School. This initiative focuses on teaching the 10 Wise Ways to help students succeed in technology and IT fields. As research shows, effective communication is crucial for project success in tech.
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Email from BrainWise   Issue 105 Navajo Youth Project: Teaching BrainWise/Knight Moves at Window Rock with Rotary Support Technology leaders and software engineers identify communication as the stron

This issue highlights the enduring partnership between the Rotary Club and CEC Early College, showcasing how community s...
04/13/2026

This issue highlights the enduring partnership between the Rotary Club and CEC Early College, showcasing how community service enhances critical thinking in students. Discover how youth volunteering fosters empathy, awareness, and responsible decision-making.

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Email from BrainWise   Issue 104 BrainWise + Community Service:  A Double Dose of Doing Good  What happens when a simple idea—“teach thinking by doing”—is put into practice for 20 straight years? B

Research shows that sensory pathways influence emotional and impulsive reactions, which is essential for building thinki...
04/13/2026

Research shows that sensory pathways influence emotional and impulsive reactions, which is essential for building thinking skills. Programs like BrainWise leverage this knowledge to teach children effective decision-making processes, by connecting sensory experiences to neuroplasticity.

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Email from BrainWise   Issue 103 How the Five Senses Prepare Children and Youth to Understand the Brain — and Why This Matters  Children and youth live in a world filled with constant stimulation, em

In today's misinformation crisis, BrainWise offers essential tools for youth to discern fact from fiction. Our 10 Wise W...
11/06/2025

In today's misinformation crisis, BrainWise offers essential tools for youth to discern fact from fiction. Our 10 Wise Ways empower students to critically evaluate information, enhancing their decision-making skills. As misinformation proliferates through social media and influencers, teaching these thinking skills is vital. Join us in fostering informed choices and combating deception.

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Email from BrainWise   Issue 101 BrainWise: A Proven Antidote to Misinformation Ten years ago, BrainWise newsletters spotlighted how educators were teaching the 10 Wise Ways to help students navigate

The BrainWise Newsletter reaches a milestone with its 100th issue, highlighting the journey of fostering critical thinki...
09/17/2025

The BrainWise Newsletter reaches a milestone with its 100th issue, highlighting the journey of fostering critical thinking skills globally. With contributions from educators, researchers, and community leaders, BrainWise has transformed the lives of over 100,000 graduates since 1996. Discover the impactful stories and research behind the program that continues to empower individuals of all ages.

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Email from BrainWise   Issue 100 BrainWise Newsletter #100: Stop and Think: A History of Building Brain Connections Since its inception in 2016, the BrainWise Newsletter has served as a resource for

Issue 99 highlights the expansion of the BrainWise program with the training of 32 new instructors dedicated to enhancin...
09/17/2025

Issue 99 highlights the expansion of the BrainWise program with the training of 32 new instructors dedicated to enhancing thinking skills among youth. This initiative, led by experienced trainers, emphasizes the importance of teaching in both group and individual settings for maximum effectiveness. The ongoing success of BrainWise showcases its adaptability and positive outcomes in various environments, including schools and trauma-informed care facilities. We are committed to fostering the development of critical thinking skills and look forward to seeing the program's continued growth.

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Email from   Issue 99 From Seed to Synapse: Cultivating Thinking Skills with BrainWise “Planting a seed” is how social worker Dr. Gary Brayton describes his decades-long advocacy for teaching BrainWis

Issue 97 highlights the lasting impact of BrainWise instructors who transform lives through education. With over 16,000 ...
06/17/2025

Issue 97 highlights the lasting impact of BrainWise instructors who transform lives through education. With over 16,000 curricula distributed globally, the program emphasizes the importance of executive function skills. Innovative teaching methods, including peer teaching, reinforce learning while adapting to modern digital tools. As AI reshapes education, BrainWise is committed to exploring new opportunities and ethical challenges in collaboration with experts. Join us in celebrating the legacy of transformative teaching.

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Email from BrainWise   Issue 97 BrainWise: A Legacy of Transformative Teaching It’s always inspiring to recognize the profound impact BrainWise instructors have had on their students and communities.

CAPSA's BrainWise program is making a significant impact by fostering resilience and teaching critical thinking skills t...
06/17/2025

CAPSA's BrainWise program is making a significant impact by fostering resilience and teaching critical thinking skills to children and adults recovering from trauma. With a focus on emotional regulation and healthy decision-making, the program is adaptable to various teaching environments. CAPSA staff praise BrainWise for its engaging curriculum and its ability to empower clients. By integrating fun activities and real-life applications, CAPSA is dedicated to breaking cycles of trauma and promoting healing.

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Email from BrainWise   Issue 96 CAPSA[1] Teaches BrainWise to Empower Children, Women, and Men Caring, respectful, and committed are words that define the CAPSA staff who teach BrainWise to childre

Another way BrainWise is making a difference: Fifteen years ago, Shelia Nicholson, a dedicated Missouri school administr...
03/31/2025

Another way BrainWise is making a difference: Fifteen years ago, Shelia Nicholson, a dedicated Missouri school administrator, reached out to us with a vision to bring BrainWise to St. Louis elementary schools and youth programs. Despite facing numerous challenges like funding issues, faculty changes, and the pandemic, Shelia's passion never wavered. Even in retirement, she continues to seek opportunities to teach BrainWise to at-risk students.
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BrainWise empowers lives through decision-making skills!        https://conta.cc/3EPWyoY
02/15/2025

BrainWise empowers lives through decision-making skills!
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Email from BrainWise   Issue 93 BrainWise Helps Us Change Lives My caseload as a public health nurse included victims of domestic violence, child abuse, families of individuals who died by su***de, an

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