Social and emotional learning (SEL) is a fundamental part of human development. SEL is the process through which young people develop healthy identities, manage emotions, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain relationships, and make good decisions...
Although most students cope successfully with the daily stresses of school, others have a difficult time overcoming these challenges. As teachers, we are often the first people to recognize when a student is in distress. For this reason, we play a vital role in...
As we wait to see what school will look like in the fall, many teachers are planning ahead to support students’ eventual return to the classroom. This includes a renewed focus on building students’ sense of safety and community. Child psychologists are encouraging...
Turning Points: Making Connections with Hard-to-Reach Students Teachers can have a powerful impact on their students’ lives, but with some hard-to-reach students, it can be difficult to tell if we are making an impact at all. Sometimes we fail to connect with students...