Staff Development & Parent Workshops 

     DISCOVER workshops showcase many practical, hands-on activities that exemplify the principles we teach.  Topics are tailored to meet the needs of the audience, and include:  1) developing multiple intelligences at home and at school; 2) integrating visual and performing arts experiences to teach academic content; 3) interdisciplinary thematic instruction; 4) questioning strategies to encourage higher levels of thinking; 5) developing creativity and problem solving skills; 6) increasing student engagement; 7) developing students' self-responsibility and self-control; and 8) improving adult-child interaction.  A detailed list of workshop descriptions can be obtained from the DISCOVER office.

     In Tucson:  When DISCOVER organizes a workshop, we try to keep the costs at around $25 per person for a half-day.  Full-day workshops usually run about $45 per person.  If your school organizes the event, we charge a flat-rate speaker fee of $225 for half day of $400 for full day (if conducted by DISCOVER staff member); $350 for half day or 600 for full day (if conducted by Dr. Maker).  There is no limitation on the number of attendees. 

     On-site, in your school: 

     $400 flat-rate speaker fee, plus travel-related expenses, for half-day or $800 flat-rate speaker fee, plus travel-related expenses, for full day (if conducted by a DISCOVER staff member);

     $500 flat-rate speaker fee, plus travel-related expenses, for half-day or $1,000 flat-rate speaker fee, plus travel-related expenses, for full day (if conducted by Dr. Maker).

     Half-day workshops must be within a 200 mile radius of Tucson or be accompanied by other half or full day DISCOVER services.

     International:  Fees at locations outside of the continental U.S. will vary, depending on the distance and circumstances.  Please contact the DISCOVER office for a customized rate plan.