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2026 The Science of Discipline Quarter 2 Book Club

Join us for MSTA’s 2nd Quarter "Beyond the Book" Club, featuring The Science of Discipline: 8 Strategies for Empowering Educators and Engaging Students by Nathan Maynard.


If you've ever wondered how to create a calmer, more engaged classroom without relying on constant consequences, this book study is for you. You'll explore practical, research-based discipline strategies that strengthen relationships, increase student responsibility, and reduce disruptive behaviors while fostering a positive learning environment. Leave with actionable tools you can use immediately to build a classroom culture where students feel supported, empowered, and ready to learn.


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Meet the Facilitator: Michelle Davis is a K-12 Library Media Specialist at the Otterville R-6 School District, who in her spare time loves to read crime novels, vacationing to new places and spending time with her family. 


Participants are responsible for obtaining their own copy of this month's text prior to the beginning of the book club.  


​​​MSTA's Online Learning Platform

MSTA uses Teachable to host its online professional learning activities, including discussions, group work, and course materials.

What You’ll Find in the Course:

  • Discussion Boards: Share insights and reflect with peers.
  • Guiding Questions & Tasks: Apply key ideas from readings.
  • Asynchronous Format: Participate anytime, anywhere.

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Getting Started with Teachable

First-Time Participant?

Check your email for a message from Teachable (sent to the address you used when registering). Follow the link to confirm your email and set your password. Your course will appear under "My Products."

Returning Participant?

Log in using your email and password from a previous course to access your dashboard.

 

​Course Expectations

  • Attend Zoom networking sessions to connect and collaborate.
  • Complete assignments that link course concepts to your classroom practice.
  • Access to course resources continues after the course ends.

 

PD Certification

  • At the end of the month, PD certificates will be emailed to those who complete all course requirements. Monthly book clubs will earn 6 PD hours and quarterly book clubs will earn 8 PD hours.

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