Ep. 85 Connecting Hearts and Minds through Social and Emotional Learning with Kelly Griffin

Kelly Griffin’s mission is to build a kindness-focused classroom, and she does it by creating a culture of compassion. Find out more in this inspired interview. Meet Kelly Griffin of Mission Estancia Elementary School - recently honored as Teacher of the Year - a truly special, passionate, and dedicated teacher who is driven by her unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in her students' lives. She discusses her specialization in social and emotional learning programs and the importance of sensitivity in teaching children in challenging situations. Kelly shares her inspiring insights on sensitivity, the importance of connection before content, and the challenges of meeting curriculum standards while still catering to the individual needs of each child. Discover how her diverse experiences have shaped her approach to education and fostering kindness and connection in the classroom. With her unwavering commitment and creative approach, and through heartfelt anecdotes, Kelly's story serves as a testament to the transformative power of authentic and compassionate teaching.  Let’s Follow SEL with Miss G Website: https://www.selwithmissg.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/selwithmissg/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/SELwithmissg LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellygriffin44/ Did this episode have a special impact on you? Share how it impacted youCarlsbad Podcast Social Links:LinkedInInstagramFacebookXYouTubeSponsor: This show is sponsored and produced by DifMix Productions. To learn more about starting your own podcast, visit www.DifMix.com/podcasting