WEP 225: What is SEL and Trauma Informed Education, an Interview with Jillian McFarlan

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview school psychologist, and SEL expert, Jillian McFarlan.  You are going to love and laugh at the backstory of how this interview came about. It's hilarious.  Click here to listen to my interview with Jillian McFarlan.  We talk about: What really is SEL? Is it real? How do we do it? Why? What in the world is 'trauma informed education'? Why do we need it? What difference does it make. Jillian is a fantastic resource who takes simplifies these concepts and shows us what they really are, how they matter, and what we can do. You are going to love this authentic and helpful conversation. You are going to leave this podcast a better educator. This is one of my favorites. There's a lot of talk right now about social emotional learning and trauma informed education, but I  think few people really know what they're talking about. Jillian sets the record straight,  Jillian McFarlan, school psychologist, Circleville City Schools School psychologist Jillian McFarlan is in her seventh year at Circleville City Schools overseeing an array of student testing, social-emotional/mental health supports, and continuity of care needs. Ms McFarlan has a graduate degree (Ed. S) in School Psychology (University of Florida, 2015) and holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and Human Development and Family Sciences (Ohio State University, 2012). In addition to her psychology background, Ms McFarlan is currently in Ohio University's Educational Leadership in Administration cohort to further her studies of helping students and families through this additional Master of Arts degree and principal licensure program. Additionally, she has been an assistant varsity basketball coach for the girl's program at Circleville. She enjoys reading books, connecting with students, and spending time with family and friends. Do you like what you heard? Invite Kelly to speak at your school. Interested in booking Kelly for your Next Event? Yes! Let's Make it happen right HERE! Join our #WiredWednesday 30-Minute Twitter chats on Wednesdays at 9PM Eastern. They are awesome and fun. Order Kelly's books, Along Came a Leader and Unthink Before Bed: A Children's Book on Mindfulness for your personal library. Educator, Author, Keynote Speaker Twitter: @kellycroy Instagram: @kcroy Website: kellycroy.com and wirededucator.com Podcast: The Wired Educator Podcast and of course: Facebook. Sign-up for Kelly's newsletter here.