SEL Day 2025 is March 14!
Zoom Event - This workshop event has now ended - thank you all for your participation!
Topic
Title
Description
Time
Audience
THE BRAIN
SESSION 1 - Mind over Matter: An Exploration into Human Cognition
SESSION 2 - Genes, Brains, and Behavior: Oh My!
Presenter:
April Pruitt - Yale University
SESSION 1 - Mind over Matter: An Exploration into Human Cognition
Are you curious about how the brain works? Gain insight on how reality is constructed by the brain in this workshop! This talk will cover themes showcased in a new exhibit at the Yale Peabody Museum entitled “Mind over Matter: The Neuroscience of Perception, Attention, and Memory.” These themes include how the brain is studied, what it is made of, how it builds our reality and how the latest discoveries about it are transforming lives.
SESSION 2 - Genes, Brains, and Behavior: Oh My!
How can understanding the genetics of autism spectrum disorder open new possibilities for personalized therapies and early interventions? In this talk, we will explore ongoing research on the genetics of autism spectrum disorder. By examining genetic mutations that lead to changes in brain activity and behavior, we shed light on key pathways that affect brain development and function and can guide plans for care.
SESSION 1 - 8:30
and
SESSION 2 - 9:30
(45 minute sessions)
Grades 9-12, Educators
WELLNESS
SESSION 1 - Emotional Intelligence 101: Navigating Friendships & Relationships
SESSION 2 - The Art of Active Listening
SESSION 3 - The Power of Apologies and Forgiveness
Presenter:
Earl McCoy Jr. - Yale University
SESSION 1 - Emotional Intelligence 101: Navigating Friendships & Relationships
Explore empathy, communication, and conflict resolution strategies.
Activity: Role-playing real-world social scenarios
SESSION 2 - The Art of Active Listening
Students learn how to listen with intent to build stronger personal and professional relationships.
Activity: Partner listening exercise
SESSION 3 - The Power of Apologies and Forgiveness
Discuss how forgiveness benefits mental health and how to give a meaningful apology.
Activity: Writing an anonymous letter of appreciation or apology
SESSION 1 - 9:00
and
SESSION 2 - 10:30
and
SESSION 3 - 11:30
(1 hour sessions)
Grades 9-12
WELLNESS
Nutrition & Health
Presenter:
Maria Asis, MD - Yale School of Medicine
This video is an introduction to nutrition and health, exploring online tools: my plate, food keeper, meal planning apps; and, a quick recipe: tomato soup with parmesan crisps, using pantry ingredients.
VIDEO
(video - 15 minutes)
Grades 9-12
READ ALOUD
Book Read Aloud: "The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse"
Presenter:
Kim Rogers - NHPS
Read aloud of the book, "The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse" by Charlie MacKesy, which explores universal themes of friendship, vulnerability, and kindness, told through the adventures of a boy, a mole, a fox, and a horse - with beautiful illustrations.
9:00 - 9:45
and
10:00 - 10:45
Families, All
MUSIC
Sing Along
Presenter:
Meaghan Sheehan - NHPS
Sing along to some family-friendly songs appropriate for the whole family and classroom!
9:30 - 10:00
Families, All
MENTORING
New Haven Mentoring
Presenter:
Kendra Epps and Mark Washington - The Governor's Prevention Partnership
Let's talk about mentoring! Have you ever thought about getting a mentor, a caring and supportive adult that is there for you? This session is here for you to learn about what a mentoring relationship is, its benefits and how to get started!
9:30 - 10:00
and
10:00 - 10:30
Grades 9-12
WELLNESS
Kindness
Presenter:
Bennett Nocera - NHPS
Kindness - What does it mean to be kind? How do we show kindness?
10:30 - 11:00
and
11:00 - 11:30
and
11:30 - 12:00
Families, All
DANCE
Dance for Musical Theater
Presenter:
Hannah Healey - NHPS
This workshop includes a light dance and acting warm up, an introduction to the musical, and work on a short scene that goes into a short dance combination.
11:00 - 12:00
Families, All
WELLNESS
Reshape Your Thoughts: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Presenter:
Stacy Uchendu - Yale University
In this presentation, I will introduce students to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and we will engage in a CBT session in real-time. This will be an interactive session that will require student participation.
11:00 - 12:00
Grades 9-12
ART & WELLNESS
Radical Self-Love and Self-Care through Art
Presenter:
Abiba Salahou - Yale School of Medicine
In this session, we will explore how social constructs impact our identity formation and understanding of self. We will use poetry and small group discussion to celebrate ourselves and end with some tangible tools to promote self-care and wellness.
MATERIALS: For today's session, students will need access to paper, writing utensils and markers/colored pencils/crayons.
11:30 - 1:00
Grades 6-12
DANCE
Beginner to Intermediate Contemporary Dance
Presenter:
Hannah Healey - NHPS
This workshop will include warm up, drills for pirouettes and leaps, across the floor, and a contemporary combination.
12:00 - 1:00
Grades 6-12
The safety and wellbeing of our students is our top priority.
Appropriate behavior is expected from all participants. Facilitators/hosts of sessions reserve the right to remove anyone not adhering to expectations of safety and kindness.