How pet therapy boosts our students’ well-being
SEL & Well-Being
Ensuring students have the skills to control their emotions and feel safe and confident
How pet therapy boosts our students’ well-being
Pet therapy offers educators a way to reach different students and different populations at one time, imparting key SEL benefits
How parents and teachers can help in the battle against bullies
Bullying is not exclusive to schools and school-age kids, but is something parents and educators must address
Simple steps to navigate difficult classroom discussions
Teachers never know when an awkward or uncomfortable topic will arise--and how they respond to those conversations impacts student growth
How students are managing back-to-school-stress
Students' most common stressors include homework, studying for tests, and writing papers or essays
4 key findings on student engagement
A look at student engagement offers deeper insight into what engages, inspires, and builds confidence in students and educators
10 tips to protect youth well-being online
Federal recommendations underscore the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to address the ongoing youth mental health crisis
9 ways to honor diversity and cultivate safe learning spaces
Embracing diversity ensures that all students feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed
Innovative solutions to meet diverse student needs
An educator and former superintendent details the importance of teletherapy and embracing tech-based solutions in schools
It takes a village to protect students’ well-being in the digital age
Protecting and educating our children is not just a school problem--it’s a societal problem
3 tips to combat chronic absenteeism in high schools
Chronic absenteeism rates are highest in high school, with approximately one in three students missing at least 10 percent of their school days
How this school social worker helps students inside and outside of the classroom
It's critical to advocate for and enhance the voices of students and families to make sure they have all of the academic and non-academic support needed
Taking stock of student mental health
Assessing how and when students are forming foundations for mental health is a good starting point in building out mental health literacy in schools
Student success is impacted by issues outside of school, survey finds
Survey of K–12 and higher education instructors provides insight into the obstacles students face and the role of technology in helping teachers adapt
Using universal screening to improve student well-being
Mental well-being was a problem long before Covid--here's how we can continue nurturing it
Motivating students using the Self-Determination Theory
Prioritizing students’ intrinsic motivation and psychological well-being helps reignite their passion for learning and empowers students to thrive
How bullying contributes to K-12 student absenteeism
Negative outcomes are documented for attendance and academic achievement, as measured by GPA and standardized assessments
Science-backed scalable tools improve student mental health
Equipping school decision-makers with research-based, cost-effective student mental health solutions empowers their ability to address challenges effectively
Student mental health is still suffering–how should we address it?
The key to supporting school systems, and students, is to harness the power of culturally-competent and age-appropriate solutions
Sensory spaces may help support all students
As educators stress the importance of social and emotional learning, more are adopting sensory spaces to help support self-regulation for all students
New research paints an alarming picture of crises facing rural students
Rural schools and students often seem invisible because many policymakers lack personal experience in rural schools
Empowering staff and students with a sense of belonging
The relationships we cultivate with students and staff members are the most powerful tool we have to create the sense of belonging
Schools are key to solving mental health equity gaps
Declining mental health is the national health crisis of this generation, and our schools must act
Technology as a bridge–not a shortcut–to student relationships
Technology platforms optimized for authentic human connection are helping people who otherwise might not meet to forge meaningful connections
How to build relationships with students
Frequent, supportive check-ins can help teachers build strong relationships with students that can transcend the classroom
4 ways to implement mental performance coaching in schools
Mental performance coaching in schools empowers students to master emotional regulation and fortify their mental well-being
How school-home communication combats chronic absenteeism
When it comes to absenteeism, schools should focus on consciously aligning school communications with school connectedness
3 ways to leverage tech for better student mental health
Ensuring students thrive academically requires helping kids thrive holistically—and technology can actually be part of the solution
How did the pandemic impact students’ social capital?
Access to opportunity depends on more than just education--social connections play a role, meaning students' social capital can't be overlooked
3 key parts of this district’s student mental health support
This district's approach to student mental health and support goes deeper than surface level
Why schools are a natural setting for mental health support
Raising awareness of mental health and offering mental health services directly to students on campus is the focus of school-based mental health care
School social workers fill critical gaps in student care
On World Social Work Day, school and community leaders can recognize the essential role that social workers play in promoting student well-being
Surveys show troubling trends in student behavior
Superintendents cite insufficient budget as one challenge preventing them from adequately addressing student mental health crises
Why student and teacher wellness comes first
Creating a school culture that supports the mental health and overall well-being of students and teachers is critical to school success
As Seattle schools sue social media companies, what’s the legal impact?
Seattle’s public school district filed a lawsuit against major social media companies, alleging their business practices have harmed the district and its students
3 strategies to support student well-being and SEL
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to SEL, but implementing SEL on a district-wide level can lead to a well-rounded program that supports student well-being
How to identify student anxiety in the classroom
Educators who strive to understand the nature of student anxiety can profoundly impact their students' lives
Educators, parents remain vigilant about protecting student mental health
A majority of parents and educators believe online educational technology can help prevent students from accessing harmful or explicit content
Our district is battling a loneliness epidemic
Every conversation that takes place between a student and a teacher has meaning, and it helps us battle student isolation
How to build deep relationships with students
Creating lasting relationships with your students is all about building trust and getting to know them on a deeper level
How a higher-ed partnership transformed student mental health services at our school
As students struggle with mounting stress and anxiety, an onsite team of licensed therapists has helped one middle school support struggling students and avoid crises
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