A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our inaugural K-12 Strengths Fair on Sunday, March 9! The event was a huge success, with hundreds of attendees exploring a variety of exhibitors, kids diving into hands-on projects, and parents connecting with one another while hearing from our incredible speakers.
The energy in the room was unforgettable—families found a space to be themselves, celebrate their children’s strengths and interests, and engage with valuable resources. Exhibitors told us this was the most positive and engaged audience they had ever encountered, and we loved seeing so many meaningful connections formed.
But our favorite part? Finally meeting so many of you in person instead of through a small Zoom box! Hearing how REEL has touched your lives truly touched our hearts.
What Attendees Had to Say:
“Sam Young’s square peg in a round hole analogy was thought provoking, especially with the idea that you should sharpen your edges instead of sanding them down. I like the strengths-based approach to neurodiversity.”
“Watching Gil's talk about dyslexia helped me ‘step into a dyslexic mind’ in a way that I have never been able to do before. The way he celebrates and encourages his dyslexia inspires me to see my students and children differently and for the better.”
“Great event overall. Both kids had a wonderful time making connections and learning about programs they want to attend. What an amazing event and priceless connections we made. Thank you!”
“It was such a pleasure to meet the REEL team and see so many other people I recognize from the online classes I have taken. The support and guidance I have received from REEL means so much to me and through me, to my family. I am grateful for all you do.”
Watch Our Keynotes
Our keynote speakers got RAVE reviews! Check out the recordings for their insights and inspiration.
Explore the Fair’s Strength-based Resources
Browse our strength-based exhibitors to find schools, camps, providers, and enrichment programs for your K-12 student.
REEL Resources to Get You Started on the Strengths-based Path
Use our strengths topic tool to find past event recordings of our expert speakers and online articles all about supporting your child’s strengths.
Strengths Instruments to Help Identify Strengths
We curated a list of strengths tools to help you identify children’s strengths and interests. Check them out here.
Strength-based Neurodiversity Books
Here’s a list of our favorite books centered on the importance of centering strengths and interests in the lives of neurodivergent learners.
Moving Forward
The Strengths Fair was designed to connect families with resources that support a strengths-based approach to education. As we plan future events, we look forward to continuing these conversations and expanding access to tools that empower neurodivergent learners.
Thank you again to all who participated, and we look forward to future opportunities to connect.