SEL
How 2 Minutes of SEL Can Change the Tone for the Day
What if two-minutes could change the tone of the classroom for the entire day? We visited Margie DiMuzio and Brittany Noble's classroom at Carson K-8 School in Cincinnati Public Schools, an innovative blended approach to teaching SEL to see how they are using two-minutes to change an classroom tone and attitude.
Why Children Who Play Succeed
Health researchers have finally documented what veteran teachers have long understood: A young person’s social competence is a major driver of future success. In other words, children who play well with others do better in life.
Cognitive Learning Fuels the Corporate Wellness Movement
Organizations are using a variety of well-being programs to improve employees health and create happy, productive, thriving workforces.
Building Habits of Success and Measuring What Matters
Good habits are at least as important as basic skills when it comes to success in college and work. The ability to apply creative know how in new situations is at least as important as historical and technical knowledge.
8 Ways to Teach Empathy and Cultivate Community
As current new stories indicate, more schools, teachers and parents are looking for tools and tips to teach empathy. We bring you eight proven strategies for any educator to teach empathy and cultivate community in the classroom.
Social Emotional Learning in Action: How a Leading District Responded to the Community’s Clarion Call
We sit down with Paul Goren, Superintendent of Evanston/Skokie School District in Evanston, IL to talk about Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Goren shares examples of initiatives, his background in SEL and the response by parents in the shifting emphasis in SEL.
Leaders, Learners and Designers all Listen First
Leaders listen deeply and fully to others, reflect for others their beauty and talents, and act with profound respect for the dignity and worth of all people. For each of those key processes here are some connections for relationships, learning and design.
The Elementary Years: Four Pillars That Build a Strong Foundation
By: Liz Wimmer. The knowledge and skills children gain from 6 to 12 years form the basis of all future education. Parents can help children take advantage of this readiness and build a solid foundation for later success. Here are four key areas where parents can guide children during the elementary school years.
Parenting with Social and Emotional Learning: Thinking Before and After Actions
By: Jennifer Miller. As part of our Smart Parents Series, Jennifer shares why stopping to think may not seem a priority in our fast-paced lives but it just may be one key to raising socially and emotionally intelligent children.
The Power of Parenting with Social and Emotional Learning
By: Jennifer Miller. As part of our Smart Parents series, Jennifer shares personal stories about her son and provides information about ensuring children develop social and emotional learning skills. Recommendations include strategies for building social and emotional learning at home, advocating for children at school, and partnering with schools.