Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Archives

Foster Student SEL Competencies: Embed SEL Explanations Into Daily Check-Ins and Student Self-Management

In today’s world, students need more than academic knowledge to succeed—they need the social and emotional skills to navigate challenges, build re…

Inflexion June 7, 2023

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Trauma-Informed Teaching: 8 Strategies to Fostering a Feeling of Safety

When teachers are proactive and responsive to the needs of students suffering from traumatic stress and make small changes in the classroom that foste…

Ling Deng May 17, 2023

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Just Breathe: Teach Your Students Belly Breathing for Self-Regulation and Well-Being

Managing your feelings requires the ability to respond to strong emotions in an appropriate way. In this belly breathing for kids activity, students w…

Inflexion May 11, 2023

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SEL Aligned With Your School Community: Select an Evidence-Based SEL Program

Your SEL team will need to consider several factors prior to the adoption of an evidence-based program for SEL. This activity will assist your team t…

Inflexion March 22, 2023

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Student-Led SEL Implementation: Develop Schoolwide SEL Norms

Schoolwide norms are a set of agreed-upon expectations of how all students and staff will behave and interact to contribute to a positive school clima…

Inflexion March 22, 2023

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Self-Awareness SEL Survey: Reflect on SEL Competencies for School Leaders and Staff

Reflect on SEL Competencies for School Leaders and Staff - an activity of self-awareness.

Inflexion March 22, 2023

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Defining SEL Outcomes: Develop Goals for Schoolwide SEL

This tool will help the SEL team develop and document goals for schoolwide SEL implementation and outcomes using the SMARTIE goal-setting process.

Inflexion March 22, 2023

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SEL Support Starts With Strong SEL Teams: Assemble an SEL Team Checklist

Assembling the right team to lead a school-wide effort is key to success. This checklist will provide insight into the many stakeholders you should be…

Inflexion March 22, 2023

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Student Empowerment: Support Student-Led Social Change

Student-led social change is not just an extracurricular activity; it is an essential part of education. When students learn how to advocate for thems…

Inflexion March 22, 2023

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Foster a Sense of Gratitude With Your Students

Take a moment in the day to examine and discuss gratitude to students. This activity allows us to gain more insight into what brings them joy and has …

Inflexion November 2, 2022

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