Social-Emotional Learning
Supports
Supported by the generosity of the Wallace Foundation
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) during COVID-19 and Physical Distancing
“We cannot choose our external circumstances, but we can always choose how we respond to them”.
-Epictetus
Zoom Exhaustion is Real. Here are Six ways to Find Balance and Stay Connected
Meditations:
Head Space
Offering Free meditations for challenging times
https://www.headspace.com/covid-19
Calm
https://blog.calm.com/take-a-deep-breath
You can access all of the resources on this page for free meditations
Deepak & Oprah
21 Day Meditation Experience
Finding Hope in Uncertain Times
https://chopracentermeditation.com/
Reduce Stress & Boost Immunity - Guided Meditation 14 minutes
Affirmations – Positive
I Am A Miracle by Patricia Moreno
Mindfulness Strategies for Adult and Student Wellness
Mindfulness offers a range of benefits, from improving physical and mental health to promoting prosocial behavior. Join us for 30 minutes of mindfulness and calm-breathing techniques as we explore "moves" from our Social-Emotional Learning Playbook. Offered daily through April 3, 2020: Save your seat.
Link to Open Circle Parent letter on how to support your children during the Coronavirus outbreak:
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Teaching Through Coronavirus
https://www.tolerance.org/magazine/a-trauma-informed-approach-to-teaching-through-coronavirus
K-5 Open Circle/6-8 Restorative Practices
Help your child focus and stay positive using our SEL/Open Circle Language:
Calm Breathing
Cooperation
Positive Self-talk
Positive Leader
Open Circle Website: www.open-circle.org/Table/resources/
RJ in Schools: www.suffolk.edu/cas/centers-institutes/center-for-restorative-justice/restorative-justice-in-schools
Activities and Practices:
Calm breathing/meditation
Mindfulness (5 Minute Bodyscan Meditaiton): www.youtube.com/watch?v=9A0S54yAgEg
WonderGrove Kids (Deep Breathing): youtu.be/72tuXlAuYso
Guided Meditation for Teens: mindfulnessforteens.com/guided-meditations/
Online resources for children:
Empathy video: youtu.be/9_1Rt1R4xbM
SEL Videos/Sesame Street (English & Spanish): www.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/sesame-street-social-development/
Inside Out-Emotional Intelligence: youtu.be/kdhjztWMnVw
PIXAR-For the Birds (Teamwork!): youtu.be/nYTrIcn4rjg
Specific Supports for Students with Autism or Sensory Needs:
How to Calm a Child with Autism: https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-to-calm-a-child-with-autism-4177696
Create a Sensory Safe Yard for Children with Special Needs: https://www.wikilawn.com/blog/landscaping/create-safe-sensory-friendly-backyard-landscape-special-needs-child/
Self-care for parents/adults:
While all of the tips below to protect us from the Coronavirus are critical; regular healthy choices, self-care and limiting stress are also key to a healthy and happy life. I (personally) know how hard it can sometimes be, to prioritize yourself with all of life's many competing demands. But, YOU ARE WORTH IT! Self-care is not selfish, make YOU a priority!!!!
Sincerely, Ms. Williams
Some websites with self-care tips (and many more with a quick google search - one may work for you):
Self-care by Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-happiness/201812/self-care-12-ways-take-better-care-yourself
HorizonView Health: https://www.horizonviewhealth.com/its-all-about-me-self-care-steps-made-simple/
Bright Side Bear Self-care: https://brightsidebear.com/self-care-explained/
Meditation: https://www.headspace.com/headspace-meditation-app