Everyday SEL

In this episode we discuss the anti-Asian hate crimes occurring in our nation, similarities to other systemic injustice and oppression, and the morale imperative of educators to respond.

In this episode, we discuss the leadership challenge of transitioning back to in-person learning. Specifically, as schools begin to welcome students back in-person, the way adults frame our tasks will be critical to how we attend to the challenges accumulated over the past year.

In this episode we discuss the recent racially motivated mass shooting, the impact systemic racism has on students and schools, and some ideas to initiate change.

In this episode we discuss the level of stress adults as well as young people are likely carrying with them as we return to in-person learning, and how leaders in the system can best prepare for the "new normal" of school.

In the push to re-open schools and address the "lost learning" of the Pandemic Year, are we risking alienating students by glossing over their emotional experiences of this traumatic year?

In our first episode of Season 2 we discuss the continuing challenges of virtual learning and virtual work, strategies for coping, and how we are missing the rewards of in person work.

In Episode 8 we talk about the importance of self-care to manage stress, and our own struggles with prioritizing ourselves.

In Episode 7 we discuss the responsibility of educators, specifically white educators, in addressing bias and equity as a part of integrating SEL into our work.

In Episode 6 we are joined by two CASEL consultants, Sue Keister and Hector Montenegro, to discuss the importance of SEL in Leadership.

In Episode 5 Sue Keister of CASEL joins us to discuss why SEL is fundamental to teaching and learning and her experience of integrating SEL into districts.

In Episode 4 we pick up on suggestions from youth leaders to explore the necessity of Leading With Empathy, and we discuss how educators can build their capacity for human connectedness.

In Episode 3, we feature the voices of two remarkable student leaders poised to graduate from high school and college. They offer incredible insight into the student experience, loss, and some topics for educators to consider while developing distance learning opportunities.

In Episode 2 we discuss how to integrate SEL into online learning, why it's important, and the importance of grace.

In our first episode we talk about who we are, why we have created this podcast, and offer some tips for managing anxiety during COVID 19 and school closures.