A white paper that outlines elements necessary for creating and sustaining effective partnerships to improve student mental health, physical health, and overall wellness.
School Partner Agreement
A sample agreement that includes a “Virtual Programming Protocol” under Partner Responsibilities.
Trauma-Sensitive School Checklist
A checklist to create or refresh a trauma-informed action plan with five key components: School-wide policies and practices; Classroom strategies and techniques; Collaborations and linkages to mental health resources; Family partnerships and Community Linkages.
Keeping Secondary School Students Connected to School When Schooling is Remote
An engaging power point presentation with research and resources on student engagement and the effects of the Covid 19 pandemic.
Dear Families and Educators: Why Parent-Teacher Communication Is More Important Than Ever
An article with concrete tips on effective communications between families and teachers.
Remote Unity: Building a Sense of Community During School Closures
An article on why building a sense of community for your school is important during a school closure and 4 tips on how to do it.
Building Community in the Blended and Learning Environments
A source for online routines, structures, activities and protocols that build community.
A Community of Educators Sharing Resources and Support
Resources that help foster school community (many are free). Educators can filter and search based on grade level, topic, etc.
SEL Priority Setting Questionnaire
A tool to get a quick snapshot of your district’s current approach to SEL and identify which key activities to focus on.
SEL Educators Unite! Supportive Online Communities of Practice
The webinar covers how educators are using digital communities to support each other professionally, socially, and personally during the COVID-19 crisis and examples of powerful communities of practice and how they leverage the collective efficacy of thousands of dedicated professionals to both provide quick access to expert support and advocate for support and resources.