Customized, experiential professional development that helps educators strengthen communication, navigate change, develop stronger leaders, and create more connected learning communities.
Professional Development Designed for Today's Education Workforce
Customized, experiential training that helps education professionals at every level communicate better, navigate change, strengthen leadership and build healthier workplace cultures.
Core Professional Development
- Adaptive Teams – Build trust, collaboration, psychological safety and stronger team performance.
- Adaptive Leadership – Develop confident leaders who can guide teams through change and uncertainty.
- Communication – Strengthen everyday communication and build confidence navigating difficult conversations.
- Conflict Resolution – Develop practical strategies to address conflict constructively and find productive solutions.
- Adaptability & Resilience – Help employees and leaders navigate change and build the capacity to adapt.
Leadership & Culture
- Emotional Intelligence – Strengthen self-awareness, empathy and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Advanced Leadership & Team Development – Deepen leadership skills and strengthen team performance.
- Innovation & Creative Problem Solving – Build confidence thinking differently and solving complex challenges.
- Multigenerational Teams – Improve understanding and collaboration across generations.
- Unconscious Bias at Work – Build awareness and create more inclusive workplace interactions.
- Staying Human in a World of AI – Navigate fear and change while strengthening the human skills technology can’t replace.
Experiential. Practical. Research-Informed.
Starfish Synergies delivers experiential training designed to get people actively involved in their learning. Our approach helps participants explore complex workplace challenges, build stronger connections, and develop practical skills they can apply back at work.
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Trusted by Education Organizations Across Ontario
School Boards
- Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board
- Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board
- Limestone District School Board
- Waterloo Region District School Board
- Renfrew County District School Board
- Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
Colleges & Universities
- Loyalist College
- St. Lawrence College
- Algonquin College
- Queen’s University
Education Associations
- Ontario Association of School Business Officials (OASBO)
- OASBO Transportation
★★★★★
“Theresa Bailey rocked it! Her presentation was relevant, engaging and interactive.”
“Theresa was a fabulous presenter. The interactive workshop and music made time fly. The information was relevant and well presented, leaving attendees wishing they had more time with her.”
– Ontario Association of School Business Officials (OASBO) Conference Attendees
Set the Stage for a Successful School Year
Every new school year brings opportunities to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and build a positive workplace culture. We’ll work with you to design an engaging professional development experience that supports your goals from day one.
Interested in exploring training for your team?
Let's talk.
We’re happy to answer any questions you may have and see if it’s a fit!
