TEFOS 26: Back to school with Seth Perler's Annual Event, Ep 88

TEFOS 26: Back to school with Seth Perler's Annual Event, Ep 88

Author: Sarah Kesty, Brain Tools School August 13, 2026 Duration: 24:14

Hi team,

Back to school means lots of things, and it also means The Executive Function Online Summit!

TEFOS is this weekend (August 14-17 2026)! The Executive Function Online Summit is hosted by my friend Seth Perler and is my very favorite EF event each year. Parents, educators, and coaches learn so many executive function strategies and walk away with support and hope!

This year you will find topic tracks like emotional regulation and self advocacy, to help you narrow your focus and absorb learning each day. The event is free 8/14-8/17, and if you want the recordings and bonuses, you can sign up for the early VIP pass. I find myself watching the recordings throughout the year, and I'm always referring back to the learning and experts in TEFOS. In fact, you'll recognize some of the speakers from this podcast!


Here's what you'll learn:

Friday, 8/14: Emotional Regulation, Helping Complicated Kids, and Self-Advocacy

Saturday, 8/15: Friendship Skills, EF in the Classroom, and Motivation and Follow Through

Sunday: 8/16: Mind, Body, Brain, EF Skills for Students, and Homework, Studying, and College

Monday, 8/17 is a bonus day!


If you're listening after the TEFOS event weekend, don't worry. You can watch the recordings with a pass or catch it this time next year.


See you at TEFOS and all my love to you,

Sarah


Ever feel like your brain's filing system is in a state of permanent chaos, or that getting from an idea to action feels like an impossible maze? That's where executive function comes in-it's the mental toolkit we all use to manage our attention, organize our tasks, and plan our days. On The Executive Function Podcast, host Sarah Kesty from Brain Tools School moves beyond dry theory to offer genuinely helpful, fun, and effective strategies. Each episode feels like a practical conversation, whether you're looking to coach yourself through a project, support a teen struggling with organization, or help a child learn to manage their time. Sarah brings a palpable passion to the topic, sharing inspiration drawn from real-world experience with neurodivergence, ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities. This isn't about fixing what's broken; it's about building on strengths and discovering new ways to thrive in daily life. Tune in for a down-to-earth mix of brain science and actionable tips that make the challenges of executive function feel a bit less daunting and a lot more manageable. You'll find this podcast is a supportive resource for families and individuals alike, all delivered with a sense of warmth and understanding that makes complex concepts accessible.
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