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Bringing Neuroscience to Students and Teachers
When you understand the brain, you understand yourself — and that knowledge is power.
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PROBLEM
“Students are struggling and teachers need support.”
By learning about the brain, students gain practical skills like recognizing stress, regulating emotions, and making healthy choices about sleep, technology, and social connection. This leads to better mental health, improved behavior, and academic success in and beyond the classroom.
Students had a major depressive episode last year
Teachers deal with behavioral issues everyday
Students were chronically absent from school last year
WHAT’S INSIDE?
Lessons every teacher wants and every student needs
Explore the essential questions students will explore, separated by grade band and content domains
Brain Structure and function
How does the brain help us think, feel, and move?
Learning and memory
When does learning happen?
Emotions and social cognition
Why are emotions important?
Development and diversity
Why does the brain change?
Brain Structure and Function
Why is it important for different parts of the brain to work together?
Learning and memory
How can I understand myself better as a learner?
Emotions and Social Cognition
How do we interact with the environment?
Development and diversity
How do brains change in different ways at different times?
Brain Structure and function
Why do we study brain structure and function?
Learning and memory
What's the value of learning?
Emotions and Social Cognition
What factors affect feelings thoughts and behaviour?
Development and diversity
What is our role in taking care how our brain grows and changes?
PARTNERS
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You have the power to impact the future of education. Whether it’s sharing your thoughts, spreading the word, or donating, your support makes a difference
PARTNERS
All Hands on Deck
You have the power to impact the future of education. Whether it’s sharing your thoughts, spreading the word, donating, or investing, your support makes a difference
QUOTES
Read what experts have to say
OUR PEOPLE
Meet our team
We are a group of neuroscience experts and educators that care deeply about neuroscience accessibility in schools.
Emma Bleakman, MS
Co-founder
Emma Bleakman holds a master's degree in Neuroscience and Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. Her passion for education has taken her across the globe, teaching in Honduras, Austria, Germany, and Haiti. She completed her bachelor’s degree in elementary education and global studies at Purdue University and spent three years teaching 3rd and 4th grade at a National Blue Ribbon School.
David Bleakman, PhD
Co-founder
A globally recognized neuroscientist, David brings over three decades of groundbreaking research and innovation to our team.
Denise Croote, PhD
Neuroscience Specialist
A graduate of Brown University and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Denise is a driving force behind expanding neuroscience opportunities for diverse students and an 11th/12th grade biology teacher.
Kim Gray, MS
Education Specialist
With 25+ years in education, Kim is an expert in teaching and coaching, leading with a commitment to literacy and student success.
Paul Smith, MS
Neuroscience Specialist
A Harvard graduate and doctoral student in Cognitive Science, Paul combines his expertise in education with hands-on research in neuroscience
David Borsook, MD PhD
Neuroscience Specialist
A world-renowned clinician-scientist, Dr. Borsook is Professor Emeritus at Harvard Medical School. He has had appointments at Harvard institutions Massachusetts General, McLean and Boston Childrens Hospitals where he was a pioneer in the field of neuroimaging and clinical aspects of pain and migraine.
Nick Burch
Education Specialist
An experienced educator with over a decade of teaching, Nick specializes in creating engaging and inclusive learning environments for elementary students
Alyssa Casselman
Education Specialist
With a focus on digital learning and trauma-informed teaching, Alyssa brings nine years of experience in elementary education from Kindergarten through 4th grade.
Olivia Schenck
Neuroscience Illustrator
A neuroscience pre-med student and research assistant, Olivia contributes her expertise to advancing our understanding of cognition and brain science.
Terri Brown, MS
Education Specialist
Terri has been a classroom teacher for 25 years in grades K-5, with a concentration in High Ability instruction. She has a passion for creating student engagement and a talent for developing curriculum with complexity and divergent thinking.
Kara Benson, MA
Education Specialist
Kara is accomplished educator and instructional coach with expertise in curriculum development, leadership, and professional development, recognized as a state finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching, and known for advancing STEM initiatives, equity, and student achievement.
Sarah Kiel, MS
Education Specialist
Sarah is an experienced educator with over 10 years in first through fourth grades and a Master's in Curriculum and Development, dedicated to designing inclusive instruction for diverse learners.
Vasili Fokaidis, MS
Analyst
A graduate of Providence College and Columbia University, Vasili uses his analytical expertise to provide insights into market opportunity and growth.