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Ellen Galinsky
CAYL Catalyst Ep. #60 – Reflect for Insight, Reset for Action! – Featuring Ellen Galinsky
Recorded on June 4, 2026
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ellen Galinsky, President of the Families and Work Institute and nationally recognized author and researcher. From her groundbreaking work in early childhood education to her influential writing on adolescence, Ellen has shaped how we understand children’s development across the years. Her bestselling books, including Mind in the Making and The Breakthrough Years, have become must-reads for educators and parents alike, offering a clear, research-based voice on executive functioning and the realities of the tween and teen years.
As we come together, we’ll explore questions such as: What misconceptions do we hold about children, tweens, and teenagers? Where might we be missing the mark as educators and parents? What are the most important lessons Ellen has learned through her work with families, policymakers, and the media—and how can we apply them in our own contexts?
Join us for Reflect for Insight, Reset for Action Featuring Ellen Galinsky, as we consider what needs to shift in our thinking and practice—and how a deeper understanding of executive function and adolescence can help us better support children, families, and ourselves.
Hosted by Dr. Valora Washington – CEO and President, The CAYL Institute
Featured Resources
From The CAYL Institute:
The CAYL Institute’s Publications
Panelist Resources:
Ellen’s CAYL Catalyst Resource List
Mind in the Making: The Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs
The Breakthrough Years: A New Scientific Framework for Raising Thriving Teens
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CAYL Catalyst Episode 58
Reflect for Insight, Reset for Action! Featuring Jerlean Daniel
2025 Webinars
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From Frivolous to Phenomenal: Reclaiming the Power of Family Engagement
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Resiliency in the Face of Realities
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Empowering Tech-Savvy Kids to Thrive
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2024 Webinars
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Portraits of Courage: Developmentally Appropriate Practice
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Portraits of Courage: Systems Change
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Showing Up with Courage to Fund Our Field
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Showing Up with Courage to Tell Our Story
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Showing Up with Courage for Compensation Justice
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Showing Up With Courage To Vote Our Values
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Showing Up With Courage To Advance An Advocacy Agenda
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