Resiliency In Students: Building The Skill Of Bouncing Back

From struggling with academic expectations to navigating social relationships to dealing with mental wellness challenges, students are often faced with adversity. Teachers and school leaders alike strive to equip students with the tools they need to overcome life’s challenges and thrive in and out of the classroom. Resiliency is the key. What is Resiliency and Why…

5 Effective Stress Management Tips For Educators

Teaching is a demanding and challenging job. As an educator, you need to keep up with curriculum changes, prepare engaging lessons, grade papers and manage classroom behavior, all while connecting with students and their families. These demands can be overwhelming and can lead to chronic stress that can affect one’s health, job satisfaction and productivity….

6 Strategies For Supporting Students With ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder among children, mainly recognized for its challenging and disruptive symptoms in the classroom. Students with ADHD often struggle with inattention, hyperactivity, impulsiveness and poor executive functioning skillsthat significantly impact their academic performance and social relationships. October is recognized as ADHD Awareness Month, a time dedicated to…

Why Self-Directed Learning For Teachers Should Be Part Of Your Ongoing PD Program

In the rapidly evolving educational landscape, continuous professional growth is crucial for teachers. Self-directed learning opportunities not only bolster their teaching skills, but also empower them to take charge of their career paths. School leaders who support such flexible learning opportunities help foster innovation and cultivate a culture of lifelong learning — benefitting educators and students…

Supporting Students With Anxiety Conditions: Creating A Positive Learning Environment

Being a student in today’s world can be overwhelming. The pressures of achieving good grades, navigating social dynamics and participating in extracurricular activities can create anxiety levels that can affect mental health and academic performance. Anxiety is a common condition that can affect anyone, not just adults, and its effects can be seen in school-age…

Modeling Emotional Regulation in the Classroom: Tips for Teachers and Leaders

Emotions are complex and multifaceted, and it’s no surprise that we all experience a diverse range on a daily basis. For teachers and school leaders, managing emotions is a crucial aspect of functioning well in the classroom, for both yourselves and your students. Emotional regulation is the ability to manage and control our emotions so…

Emotional Intelligence Training for Educators: A Catalyst for SEL

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Emotional intelligence (EQ) training for educators plays a crucial role in fostering social-emotional learning (SEL) in students. By equipping educators with the skills to decipher and manage their own emotions, as well as those of their students, this training facilitates an understanding, empathetic and emotionally resilient learning environment. Educators who’ve undergone emotional intelligence training are…

The Importance of Teaching Students Self-Regulation Skills

Importance of Self-Regulation Skills

Social emotional learning (SEL) is a vital component of education as it helps learners understand and manage their emotions, set and achieve goals, and establish healthy relationships. One of the core components of SEL is self-regulation, the ability to manage one’s thoughts, emotions, and actions effectively. Unfortunately, many students lack self-regulation skills, and it poses…

Harnessing E-Learning for Effective Teacher Development

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School administrators recognize the importance of professional development for educators. Continuous learning is essential to keep up with changing technologies, student behavior and ever-evolving curriculum. However, organizing professional development programs can be quite challenging, particularly when you have to consider faculty schedules, budgets and diverse learning needs. That’s where e-learning can enhance professional development for…