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Touchstones January Update

Happy new year! As 2022 gets underway, we are excited about all the ways we're building community through discussion! Save the date and join us for one of our upcoming virtual programs.

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Save 10% on Touchstones Digital Tools


To support teachers in keeping students connected as many schools return to temporary remote learning, we're offering discounts on 10 or more subscriptions to our Online Classroom until February 1st! Email us to get a free trial and set up your account today.

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Upcoming Events

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Virtual Happy Hour for Educators

Unwind and build community at this online event! Join us January 26th from 7:30 - 8:00pm EST to meet our new K-12 Programs Manager, Brittany Usiak. You'll have the opportunity to connect with other educators, learn about current Touchstones projects, and tell us what you need in 2022!

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Virtual Volunteer Training

We're hosting a volunteer training on Sunday February 27 from 12:30 - 5:00pm EST for anyone interested in starting a Touchstones program in their community. There is no fee for this virtual event, and we provide both free training and materials for people who will be volunteering and bringing free public programming to their communities. Training is limited to 15 participants.

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Online Community Discussions


Stay connected to the Touchstones community through our Third Thursday and bi-weekly Saturday discussion groups. During each session, we explore a text highlighting another aspect of community. These virtual events require no advanced prep and are open to anyone.

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2022 Open Enrollment Workshops


Registration for our 2022 Open Enrollment trainings is now available on our website. If you've never had formal Touchstones training, these are great opportunity to build discussion leadership skills. Scholarship seats are available if finances are a barrier.

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Share Your Touchstones Story

The Touchstones community spans the globe! Help us spread the word about the amazing work happening in your classroom or community group by sharing your story on social media. Use the hashtag #BeyondTheSocraticSeminar or complete this form to be featured in an upcoming #TouchstonesSpotlight on our channels.

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