Cohort 4
Cohort 4
Congratulations Cohort 4!
YMTP² celebrates the graduation of the newest cohort on May 19, 2025. We are so proud of this huge accomplishment and welcome them into our growing group of alumni.
Cohort 4 Graduates
Sharon Adams, Central
Clement Forteau Jr, 16K308
Jeffery Frank, 16K308
Kevin Guzman, District 17
Kirsten Kinsella , Central
Deanna Lashley, 16K005
Jamie LePow, Central
Michele Luard, 17K484Mwaka
Makungo-Yavana, 17K289
Christina Poverelli, 16K021
Melony Rhoden, 16K243
Merva Rhymer, 17K191
Lais Santos, District 16
Catherine Sylvester, 17K770
Altegracia Yadira Velazquez, 16K335
Carmen Villavicencio-Hein, Central
Sandra Williams, 17K002
YMTP² 2025 Yoga and Mindfulness Summer Wellness Guide
The Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher Preparation Program (YMTP²) proudly introduces the 2025 Yoga and Mindfulness Wellness Guide, designed to support the 2025 Summer Rising Program with the integration of Yoga, Breath, and Mindfulness Practices and other Social-Emotional supports.
The Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher Preparation Program (YMTP²)is pleased to announce the Mindful Breathing series of Professional Development for NCYDOE educators. This training is a 5 part (10 hour total) series that presents 10 distinct mindful Breathing practices with time for practice, giving and receiving feedback, and implementation support across the school community.
The Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher Preparation Program (YMTP²) is a national model that serves as a commitment to a larger movement that re-envisions what it means to provide a holistic education.
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Students from Vista Academy practicing yoga at the Day of Mindfulness in front of Brooklyn Borough Hall
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YMTP² is rooted in the advancement of equity and is committed to continually providing resources to our communities. In these very trying times, we offer these supports to engage educators, families, and children in deepening their commitment to anti-racist education & advocacy.
--Beverly and Steven
NYCDOE
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Bent on Learning
Bent On Learning is a nonprofit organization committed to teaching yoga to New York City public school children. Several of YMTP² teachers are additionally trained and certified Bent on Learning 95 hour children’s yoga teachers.
New York City Department of Education
Check out a sample of our yoga & mindfulness sessions.
June 17, 2020 Livestream - Mat-Based Mindfulness & Yoga with YMTP² teacher Jessica McJunkin-Flatts
