SEL & Mindset
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is the deliberate commitment to including a framework of essential skills and dispositions that complement academics but historically have not been a part of curricular design. Learners acquire and effectively apply the skills necessary for self-regulation or managing and talking about emotions, forming relationships, setting goals and demonstrating empathy during their learning.
Leadership
A Whole Child, Strengths-Based Approach to IEPs
Digital Promise, the Educating All Learners Alliance, and Brooklyn Laboratory Charter Schools created a guide that embraces a “whole-child” and strength-based approach to rethinking IEPs.
Difference Making
Evolving Through Connections, Feedback, and Relevancy
What does the word "evolve" mean to you as an educator? Katie Martin and Lainie Rowell share their thoughts.
Leadership
The White House is Right: It’s Time for Schools to Invest in Student Success
Pamela Cantor and Eric Tucker underscore the need to show up for every learner's well-being within and beyond schools.
Equity & Access
We Shall Overcome: The Social Emotional Impact of the Pandemic and Racial Injustice on Students of Color
Antonio Boyd reflects on Black History Month and the social emotional impact on students of color.
SEL & Mindset
The Money Trap: More Isn’t Always Better
Louis Tay pens his open letter on the price and pursuit of success.
Personalized Learning
3 Strategies to Provide Mentorship and Support to Students During Challenging Times
SEL coach and teacher Kelli Moneyhun shares three strategies her school used this year to prioritize relationships, connections, and mentorship with students in honor of National Mentoring Month.
SEL & Mindset
Unrecognized Strengths: The Power of Being You
Ivan A. Hernandez pens his open letter on recognizing the power of being YOU.
SEL & Mindset
See What’s Possible: Role Models Matter
Angela Duckworth pens the third letter in a three-part series on the legacy of Albert Bandura.
Future of Learning
The Future of Learning is Wellness: Turnaround for Children and Thrively
Turnaround for Children and Thrively have partnered to develop the Well-Being Index for students grades 3-12, allowing students to express their feelings and for teachers to provide instant feedback.
SEL & Mindset
All Together Now: The Lesson of Swimmy
Angela Duckworth pens her second in a three-part series on the legacy of Albert Bandura.