by SEL Specialist | Oct 6, 2022 | Administrative Support, Equity, Events, Health, Kids, mindfulness, Resources, Social-Emotional Learning
Caregivers, you may have been hearing a lot of buzz about “SEL” as it relates to your child’s life lately. But, what exactly is SEL? Social Emotional Learning is a process through which children and adults become aware of, and better able to manage their emotions. SEL...
by SEL Specialist | Aug 18, 2022 | Administrative Support, Equity, Events, Health, mindfulness, Resources, School, SEL Strategies, Social-Emotional Learning
In 2021, ISBE created seven SEL Hubs across the state to increase Social Emotional Learning, Trauma-responsive education, and equity. The Area 5 SEL Hub is made up of 13 counties in Southwest Illinois. This summer Mindful Practices supported Area 5 and over 125...
by SEL Specialist | Aug 18, 2022 | Administrative Support, Equity, Events, Health, Resources, School, SEL Strategies, Social-Emotional Learning, Yoga
Our SEL Summit in the City was a huge success! Two days of learning, laughing, confronting… We gathered together in-person for reflection, restoration and FUN! The event was crafted to honor the needs of all stakeholders who support school communities. Mindful...
by SEL Specialist | Jun 20, 2022 | Exercise, Health, Kids, mindfulness, Resources, SEL Activities, SEL Strategies, Social-Emotional Learning, Yoga
Fun and Simple Yoga Poses Who: All Ages Why: Yoga poses are evidence-based practices that help build self-awareness, body awareness and manage emotions. There are poses that can energize and poses that can calm the brain and body. Integrating fun and simple yoga...
by SEL Specialist | May 12, 2022 | Administrative Support, Equity, Exercise, Health, mental illness, mindfulness, Resources, School, SEL Strategies, Social-Emotional Learning
While we love teacher appreciation week each year (and hope your building enjoyed it!), it isn’t just a week-long practice. Whether it is walking through the building or sitting in on classes, as administrators, every day you see the true impact of your educators’...
by SEL Specialist | Dec 17, 2021 | Equity, Health, Kids, mindfulness, SEL Strategies, Social-Emotional Learning
The holiday season brings a bustle of noise, festivities, and to-do’s – so much so that we often forget what the holidays really mean to us. Taking a moment to define what the holiday means to you can help you better align your actions this holiday season with...
