Resources – SEL Center

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Selected Race & Equity ResourcesNew

NOTE: This page is continually being updated with new resources. The Center has compiled this list of external resources to support schools in advancing racial justice and creating more equitable systems. Race & Equity

Connecting teacher practice with social and emotional learning

In this interview, listeners will learn about the unique ways that mentoring programs can help develop teachers' SEL, strengthen school-based relationships, and support effective instruction, and about the importance of teacher SEL (and well-being) ... Professional Learning & Practice Adult SEL Alignment and Coherence Getting Started Educators & Caregivers Local Leaders Videos/Multimedia

Alignment & Coherence Series Teacher Practice video

Strategies for Trauma-Informed Distance Learning

To help educators use trauma-informed teaching practices in distance learning contexts, this brief offers some general strategies, with specific examples, for how to recognize and respond to students’ social and emotional needs while teaching ... Professional Learning & Practice Getting Started Race & Equity School Safety Educators & Caregivers Actionable Tools/Guides

Self-Care Strategies for Educators During the Coronavirus Crisis: Supporting Personal Social and Emotional Well-Being

This brief offers information and guidance on self-care for educators who face the stresses of the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting school closures, online service provision, and quarantine conditions. Professional Learning & Practice Adult SEL School Safety Educators & Caregivers Actionable Tools/Guides

Community-Care Strategies for Schools During the Coronavirus Crisis: Practical Tips for School Staff and Administrators

This brief offers practical guidance to help ensure that school communities are effective, cohesive, collaborative, healthy, and sustainable while coping with the stresses of social isolation, school closures, and changes to service provision. Professional Learning & Practice Race & Equity School Safety Educators & Caregivers Local Leaders Actionable Tools/Guides

Relationship Mapping Strategy

For students, a positive connection to at least one school adult — whether a teacher, counselor, sports coach, or other school staff member — can have tremendous benefits that include reduced bullying, lower drop-out rates, and improved social ... Professional Learning & Practice Adult SEL Sustainable Implementation Educators & Caregivers Local Leaders Actionable Tools/Guides