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ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide to (Mostly) Thriving with ADHD

Class Details

  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 1/5/2026 - 2/15/2026
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 28 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 1/13/2025 - 2/16/2025
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 16 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 5/18/2026 - 6/28/2026
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 22 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 5/4/2025 - 6/15/2025
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 40 of 40
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 3/31/2025 - 5/4/2025
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 38 of 40
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 10/6/2025 - 11/14/2025
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 20 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 5/4/2026 - 6/14/2026
  • Adams State Credit: 2
  • Nonmember Price: $190
  • CEA Member Price: $90

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 20 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 10/26/2026 - 12/13/2026
  • Adams State Credit: 3
  • Nonmember Price: $235
  • CEA Member Price: $135

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($60 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 6 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 9/7/2026 - 10/25/2026
  • Adams State Credit: 3
  • Nonmember Price: $235
  • CEA Member Price: $135

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($60 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 7 of 30

About the Course

Why is ADHD Awesome? Find out in this book study, where teachers will actively participate in online learning to further develop their understanding of the lived experience of ADHD and reflect upon creative ways to empower and support their students with ADHD.

Required Text:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Identify what ADHD is and how attention modulation affects daily living.
  • Learn how executive functioning operates differently with ADHD.
  • Reflect over the emotional side of the lived experience of a person with ADHD.
  • Create a learning task that works with the strengths of your students with ADHD.
  • Grade(s): Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Elementary K-5 Secondary 6-12
  • Subject(s): Professional Development Specialized Service Providers
  • Teacher Quality Standard(s): QS 2.B QS 4.B

Facilitator

Riana Bichler

Riana Bichler, MA, Secondary Education, Math, is a high school mathematics instructor with over 20 years of experience in Mesa County, CO, and a Wings Certified facilitator for CEA COpilot.

Riana is passionate about developing agency in her high school students and giving voice to the professional development needs of Colorado educators. In her free time, Riana enjoys performing vocally and spending time with family.

Facilitator

Riana Bichler

Riana Bichler, MA, Secondary Education, Math, is a high school mathematics instructor with over 20 years of experience in Mesa County, CO, and a Wings Certified facilitator for CEA COpilot.

Riana is passionate about developing agency in her high school students and giving voice to the professional development needs of Colorado educators. In her free time, Riana enjoys performing vocally and spending time with family.

Reviews

Marissa Hirst
This book changed my life! I wish I read it so much earlier in my career. I am not a reader but it was so engaging and easy to go through. I learned so much about ADHD. I felt myself having more empathy and patience with my students who have ADHD since reading it. This is one of the best courses I've taken. The assignments are chunked nicely as you read the book. If you have students with ADHD in your class, I highly recommend reading this book and taking the course along with it!
Jessica Wordekemper
I recommend taking this class. The book is a great read. It is written in a way that keeps you engaged while also learning what it is like for a person with ADHD. I also enjoyed the assignments and conversations that were provided in this class. Riana, the instructor is wonderful. She grades promptly and provides positive feedback on assignments. I learned a lot from this class that I am excited to bring into my classroom in the fall.
Courtney Jaynes
This course provides practical, classroom-ready strategies that can be implemented immediately. It offers meaningful ideas for supporting English learners while strengthening instruction for all students. I would highly recommend this course to any teacher looking for realistic, engaging strategies they can confidently bring into their classroom.

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