https://www.shokstartcoaching.com/testimonials daily 0.75 2020-10-26 https://www.shokstartcoaching.com/about daily 0.75 2024-12-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f92cc2c6a66d81b2023fcab/1603880696110-446KQT47TKH43S2D0CQZ/Shok+start+one.jpg About - Shok Start is about basic philosophy and human potential that can underpin youth and adult facilitation. These principles and affirmations add value during the phases of practice when conducting group or individual work with the targeted client cohort. The mantra "Shok Start Ignite the passion within" reinforces that through careful mentoring, one can unearth their innate passion, develop a sense of ability, and drive it in a positive direction—accounting for any perceived or unperceived challenges. This can be employed in any engagement activity with an emphasis on play and mutual respect. The client group that this facility can provide services to includes young people and adults at risk of disengagement from home, school, and community due to barriers like low self-esteem, bullying, victimisation, anger issues, lack of motivation, and risky behavior. An example of a Shok Start facility could be a partnership with an NGO to facilitate a young men's group or provide a series of engagement activities for young people who may be anxious about their transition to high school. The focus here may be to address self-awareness around assertive behavior, the ability to be accepted in a new environment, self-management of fear, and social cues, including assertive body language. Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://www.shokstartcoaching.com/our-vision daily 0.75 2024-12-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f92cc2c6a66d81b2023fcab/1603705904799-MD1W0YCF875SM8XTXFQB/121113918_1301578823514497_606354409043537605_o.jpg Our Vision - Mission The Shok Start philosophy is to ENGAGE, EMPOWER, and EVOLVE. This philosophy underpins the practice and is applied across both group and individual engagement. The core premise is investing in a relationship based on trust, empathy, and mutual respect. This foundation empowers those seeking support to apply themselves, develop a sense of ability, and evolve to meet their ongoing needs realistically. The aim of Shok Start Service is to support individuals in becoming independent, sustainable, and healthy beings, with a long-term emphasis on peace and harmony in life. https://www.shokstartcoaching.com/home daily 1.0 2024-12-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f92cc2c6a66d81b2023fcab/1603961753769-J9IKAYCAMWFWWU8R1CAW/Bayside+Multicultural+hub.jpg Home - Support for Communities Community Hubs and Centers often require mentoring, guidance, empowerment. The Shok Start Service element can facilitate workshops or engagement activities designed to foster a sense of connection and capability among the young people who frequent these hubs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f92cc2c6a66d81b2023fcab/1603961903855-TCCIZNIXI309FROK74BX/Coach+T.jpg Home - Continuing Support for Education We design continuing education programs to meet the needs of teachers and student. Through training on empowering actions that engage and connect young people, as well as introducing new practical techniques, we assist teachers making their classrooms both inclusive and successful. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f92cc2c6a66d81b2023fcab/1603962012036-4NAUC02KQ08G10B0E3M0/122268815_1313229045682808_1448267485854657364_n.jpg Home - Support for Communities Education occurs within the context of the community. 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From training on the latest technology to new pedagogical methods, we help teachers make their classrooms engaging and successful. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cdb0b54755be25d5d92bfb3/1559252192300-EOFOIYL5NBLA7IDHGDZR/image-asset.jpeg Home - Materials for Learning Many educational materials in local languages are often out of date. We work with school leaders and publishers to ensure that students have access to current textbooks that are age appropriate and written in their primary language. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cdb0b54755be25d5d92bfb3/1559252223994-JBQZAKD1RF7FDJMOVVJV/image-asset.jpeg Home - Support for Communities Education happens within the context of a larger community. Our approach extends beyond the school to help ensure students have the necessary support to do their best learning. https://www.shokstartcoaching.com/donate daily 0.75 2020-10-26