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Bringing Back Joy to the Classroom

By Dr. Kecia Ray Published 29 August 22

How to get that joy, joy, joy back in our teaching

Learning

The Benefits of International Esports for Students

By Erik Ofgang Last updated 19 July 22

Students who participate in international esports compete with their peers in other countries, learn about different cultures, and develop leadership skills

Learning

Best Practices for School Leaders to Support Well-Being

By Ray Bendici Published 13 June 22

Under the leadership of Alena Zachery-Ross, Ypsilanti Community Schools in Michigan has developed award-winning wellness programs

Learning

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CDC: More Than 1 in 3 High Schoolers Experiencing Poor Mental Health. What Schools Can Do

By Erik Ofgang Published 20 May 22

A recent survey of adolescents finds the pandemic exacerbated the pre-existing mental health crisis, but there are strategies that schools can implement to help students.

Learning

Best Practices for Blending SEL and Technology

By Ray Bendici Published 2 May 22

Blending technology with solid pedagogy and social-emotional learning needs

Learning

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MTSS for Educators

By Erik Ofgang Published 27 April 22

Providing an MTSS for educators and students helps schools grow academically and emotionally.

Learning

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Are Phones Good for Students?

By Erik Ofgang Last updated 20 April 22

Students are using phones and screens more than ever before and, fortunately, the mental health impact of the devices may be exaggerated.

EdTech

5 Ways Teachers Can Support Student Healing and Restoration

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. Published 4 April 22

Supporting student healing and restoration is critical as we continue to work through the trauma of the past few years

Learning

Building A Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Framework for Mental Health

By Erik Ofgang Published 22 March 22

Experts recommend a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) that can help students get the mental health assistance they need to flourish both socially and academically.

Learning