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5 Ways to Support Student Mental Health

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5 Ways to Support Student Mental Health

Prioritizing Mental Health in School Reopenings.

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Hana Beach Editorial Associate, XQ Institute
Belonging and its critical impact on student mental health

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Belonging and its critical impact on student mental health

As remote learning continues, it’s no secret that mental health is suffering. However, creating a sense of belonging can help students feel more connected.

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Casey Pettit Director of Strategic Partnerships, Project Wayfinder
COVID-19, Teen Stress, and How Educators Can Support Stress Management Today

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COVID-19, Teen Stress, and How Educators Can Support Stress Management Today

Hear from four social workers on the changing mental health landscape for teens, how their work has changed in remote learning, and how we can support our teens better.

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Hana Beach Editorial Associate, XQ Institute
5 Resources for Student Wellness and Stress Management

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5 Resources for Student Wellness and Stress Management

ISSUE 53 • January 10, 2021 Happy New Year! Students and educators are setting new intentions, resolutions, and goals for 2021. While there’s a ton of excitement and…

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Equitable Teaching Strategies: Asset Framing in Practice

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Equitable Teaching Strategies: Asset Framing in Practice

What Is a Restorative Justice Listening Circle and How to Use It

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What Is a Restorative Justice Listening Circle and How to Use It

Restorative justice circles are a tool to build empathy and share experiences with one another. Here’s how you can use this tool to foster connection.

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Nicole Smith Restorative Justice Trainer-Consultant & Writer
Ten Tips for Teacher Self-Care

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Ten Tips for Teacher Self-Care

Now more than ever, teachers have a lot on their plates. Here are a few tips for teachers to treat themselves.

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5 Resources to Support the Mental Well-Being of Your School Community

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5 Resources to Support the Mental Well-Being of Your School Community

This is a very hard time to be a student right now. Here are some resources to support students and ensure your school is staying mentally healthy.

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Social Emotional Learning & Why It Matters in the Wake of COVID-19

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Social Emotional Learning & Why It Matters in the Wake of COVID-19

Social Emotional Learning is critical for success in college and career. Here’s why it matters and how to support mental health during remote learning.

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Dr. Lauren J Bierbaum Managing Director of Data, Research, & Policy, XQ Institute
Making Time for Self-Reflection: A Gratefulness Routine

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Making Time for Self-Reflection: A Gratefulness Routine

Making time for reflection is hard. Here's a gratefulness routine to try to help keep you grounded and looking forward into the future.

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What Can We Do About Teen Vaping?

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What Can We Do About Teen Vaping?

Vaping is a public health crisis impacting the health of students today. Here's what we can do to change that.

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7 teacher tips for supporting students who’ve experienced trauma

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7 teacher tips for supporting students who’ve experienced trauma

Students who’ve survived early childhood adversity or trauma – such as violence, abuse, or a death in the family – can have unique needs in the classroom. Here are some tips to meet those students where they're at.

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How to Teach Growth Mindset to Teens (For Parents)

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How to Teach Growth Mindset to Teens (For Parents)

Students who have a growth mindset experience challenges as the way to learn and improve. Here's how you can equip students with one of the most important skills.

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Michele Cahill Senior Advisor XQ Institute
An Inside Look at Teacher Stress

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An Inside Look at Teacher Stress

We asked readers if they feel teaching is increasingly stressful. Here are some of the most common responses we heard.

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Treating students like humans

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Treating students like humans

The Aspen Institute report shows the crucial importance of social-emotional learning. Here's why it's critical to empower students in high school.

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Social-Emotional Learning Resources for Educators

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Social-Emotional Learning Resources for Educators

Social-Emotional Learning is a critical support teachers can give students. Here's how you can support the mental wellbeing of your students.

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Carri Schneider Senior Editorial Director, XQ Institute
SEL Starter Guide and More

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SEL Starter Guide and More

New to the world of Social-Emotional Learning? Here are 5 resources to get you started.

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Carri Schneider Senior Editorial Director, XQ Institute

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