Social emotional learning (SEL) equips students with the necessary tools to navigate life's challenges, build healthy relationships, and make a positive impact on their communities. But how can we integrate SEL into real-world experiences that empower students to become agents of change? Enter the five steps of making an impact.
7 Tips to Planning a Schoolwide Service Day
One impactful way to instill values of compassion and empathy in our students is by organizing a schoolwide service day. Not only does it provide an opportunity for students to give back to their community, but it also fosters a sense of belonging and responsibility within the school environment. In this blog post, we'll discuss seven tips to help you successfully plan a schoolwide service day that leaves a lasting impact.
7 Ways Service Learning Helps Elementary Gifted Students Engage in Classroom Activities
Gifted students possess unique talents and abilities that often require specialized educational approaches to keep them engaged and challenged in the classroom. By connecting classroom learning with real-world applications and community needs, service learning provides an enriching experience that fosters engagement, critical thinking, and social-emotional development. In this blog post, we'll explore seven ways service learning can effectively engage elementary gifted students in classroom activities, enhancing their overall learning experience and personal growth.
10 Ways to Build Classroom Community in the Middle School Classroom
A strong classroom community not only enhances academic achievement but also promotes social emotional development and overall well-being. In this blog post, we'll explore ten effective strategies for cultivating classroom community, with a special focus on integrating service-learning.
5 Ways to Teach Empathy through Service Learning
Teaching empathy is an essential part of helping students become compassionate individuals. Service learning, which combines learning with community service, is a powerful tool to instill this quality. In this blog post, we'll explore five ways to teach empathy through service learning.
10 Ways to Get Youth Involved in your Service Projects
This post comes from a webinar I did for community partners who want to get youth involved in their service projects for Make a Difference Day. But I found these tips are very useful for programs as they plan projects to get youth involved. Check out the 10 Ways to get Youth Involved in your Service Projects.
18 Affirmations for Teachers to share to have an awesome year
The decision to become a teacher stemmed from a desire to impact students, but the daily challenges can be demotivating. Daily affirmations are crucial for maintaining a positive outlook. They promote self-care, build confidence, foster a positive classroom atmosphere, and encourage consistency. Incorporating affirmations enriches the teaching experience and leads to a more fulfilling professional life.
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