Teacher Formation

Teacher Formation is included at no additional charge with every purchase of Theology of the Body curriculum. This makes it easy and affordable for schools and parishes to dive into onboarding, implementation, and ongoing formation without additional barriers.

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Step 1

Onboard Your Staff

Quick-Start Curriculum Courses (Text-Based)

Introduce teachers to the self-paced Quick-Start Course, which provides them with everything they need to implement the lessons in their classroom, plus an opportunity to meet live with our instructors.

Three grade-band options:

  • K–2 Quick Start Course
  • 3–5 Quick Start Course
  • 6–8 Quick Start Course

Each course includes:

  • Downloadable curriculum materials
  • Six short modules (under 5 minutes each)
  • Certificate of completion for participants
  • Option to join a live online Q&A session with RWI teacher

Outline from the Grades K–2 Quick Start:

  • Digital Resource Downloads
  • Module 1: Why Christian Anthropology & Theology of the Body is Essential
  • Module 2: The Four Methodological Cornerstones of the Ruah Woods Institute Approach
  • Module 3: The Literature-Based Approach
  • Module 4: The Key Features of the K–2 Curriculum
  • Module 5: How to Lead a Discussion with Young Children
  • Module 6: Implementing the K–2 Curriculum
  • (Optional) Live Q and A Session

Introduction to Theology of the Body for Educators (Online Course)

Are your teachers new to the teaching of John Paul II’s Theology of the Body? Quickly and easily get your staff onboarded with the Introduction to Theology of the Body for Educators course.

 Six self-paced sessions:

  • 1.1 In the Beginning Part 1 (23 minutes)
  • 1.2 In the Beginning Part 2 (31 minutes)
  • 2.1 The Present Part 1 (21 minutes)
  • 2.2 The Present Part 2 (21 minutes)
  • 3.1 The Future Part 1 (22 minutes)
  • 3.2 The Future Part 2 (22 minutes)

Each course includes:

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Step 2

Get Monthly Formation to Build Your Culture

Educator Formation Series

Teachers and staff dive into rich and relatable topics such as food, work, and culture from our sacramental worldview. This daily-life approach to St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body invites participants into wonder, to see creation as a metaphor for God’s love for us every day, and to share that love in and out of their classrooms.

Your staff will participate in:

Each session is fully planned for you to lead with printable guides and videos—no prep required. Included with your curriculum purchase, the series nurtures both spiritual and relational formation among staff.

  • 9 faith-engagement sessions designed for educators
  • 60-minute sessions explore how Theology of the Body is present in everyday life
  • Small Group Activity to deepen personal connection
  • Small Group Conversations for collaborative learning
  • Guided R-U-A-H Lectio Divina to deepen your relationship with God through Scripture

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