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With a base in three decades of scientific research, Authentic Connections is a non-profit group committed to maximizing individuals' personal well-being and resilience in their communities, schools, and work settings.
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Authentic Connections uses evidence-based resources to foster well-being.

Connect With Others

Develop strong, supportive relationships with other moms and women to foster resilience.
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Improve Student Well-being

Collect reilable data from students to improve student well-being.
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Upcoming Events and Talks

National Association of Independent Schools
February, 28 2019, 11:00 AM, Room 102 C

Using Real Data to Develop Well-Being Interventions in High Achieving Schools

Long Beach, CA
University School of Milwaukee / REDgen Speaker Series
April 8, 2019

Pressures in High-Achieving Schools - and pathways to fostering resilience

River Hills, WI
The University of Missouri
April 11, 2019

Risk and Resilience: The Critical Role of Authentic Connections

Columbia, MO
World Leading Schools Association
July 19, 2019

Youth in High Achieving Schools: Maximizing Resilience

Prague, Czech Republic

Selected Past Talks

The Brentwood School - Parent University
January 26, 2019

Youth in High Achieving Schools

Los Angeles, CA
SAS Corp Holiday Conference
December 11, 2018

Youth in High Achieving Schools: Maximizing Resilience

Rye Brook, NY
National Association of Independent Schools
The National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) is currently covering 50% of survey fees for 8 member schools.
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Authentic Connections / NAIS Pilot

Authentic Connections is very excited to announce a new pilot with the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) to bring the High Achieving Schools Survey to eight NAIS member schools.
NAIS is a nonprofit membership association that provides services to more than 1,800 schools and associations of schools in the United States and abroad. Through this new pilot project, eight member schools will receive partial funding from NAIS to participate in the High Achieving Schools Survey.
NAIS will contribute half of the standard fees associated with the study for eight of its member schools. For schools that would like one in-person results presentation from Dr. Luthar, the school will contribute $3,500 and NAIS will contribute $3,500. An enhanced package is also available that includes a series of three talks to faculty, the community, and students. For the enhanced package, schools will contribute $6,000 and NAIS will contribute $6,000. Schools will also cover travel and lodging costs associated with Dr. Luthar’s visit to the school.
If you are interested in participating in this survey or have any additional questions please contact Nina Kumar, VP of Operations at Authentic Connections, or Carol Bernate, Research Assistant at NAIS.