SEL is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions. - CASEL
CASEL's 5 areas of core competence that assist in the development of skills for academic success, health and wellness, and more fulfilling relationships.
To learn more about CASEL's framework and the 5 core competencies, visit: CASEL Resources
CASEL's Signature Practices can be used each day by counselors, teachers, or administrators as part of everyday practice. They are research-based and are part of a systemic approach to Social Emotional Learning. Utilize this playbook to find the signature practices that work best for you.
How can school-based staff work with virtual providers to support the mental health needs of students? In March, Cartwheel hosted a webinar on this important topic. To view this webinar, you can log in here.
Listen to this podcast from Edutopia and School of Practice for some memorable activities from veteran K-12 teachers on how you could wrap up your school year!
Massachusetts Partnerships for Youth (MPY) is pleased to announce a free Parenting Solutions Library. MPY is offering this valuable resource in partnership with Peace At Home Parenting Solutions, a non-profit organization located in Mansfield, Connecticut. Peace At Home Parenting Solutions is a dynamic hub of trusted knowledge and compassionate support that inspires parents to create positive change for their children, their families and themselves. Through this new partnership, MPY is pleased to offer proven resources to help students’ families thrive. The video trainings are presented by experts with advanced degrees and present easy-to-use strategies for long-lasting change.
Check out this valuable resource at their link: MPY Parenting Solutions Library
iDECIDE is an early intervention for students at risk for escalating substance use. It is delivered through individual or small group intervention and empowers students to make healthy decisions that are aligned with their future goals and values.
Handhold was created by a team of mental health and child development experts in partnership with parents who have gone through what you are going through. This site provides resources and support in for parents in caring for your child’s mental health and emotional well-being.