Social-emotional learning programs that help transform schools into supportive, successful environments uniquely equipped to encourage children to thrive.

Seattle, WA
Joined February 2012
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Don’t forget to nominate an outstanding @2ndStepProgram educator to our Educator of the Year Awards! Nominations close May 12. secondstep.org/eya23
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We are excited to have Amy Walker @2ndStepProgram present at 2023 #NSELconference, May 15-17, on #SEL and academic success. Join us! hubs.ly/Q01MpX2b0
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SEL is a useful terminology and framework for the set of skills that PBL experts agree should be integrated into projects. #SEL #PBL #socialandemotionallearning pblworks.org/blog/natural-fi…
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Thank you, @cfchildren, for being a Lead Sponsor at this year's #SELExchange and for being a champion for the safety and well-being of kids through social and emotional learning (SEL)! 👉 Learn more about the exchange happening Nov. 7-9 in Atlanta, GA at selexchange.casel.org/ 👉 Learn more about Committee for Children here: cfchildren.org/
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For 40+ years, keeping kids safe has been at the heart of what we do: in 1979, our founders came together to help prevent child sexual abuse. Each year, we honor that legacy with our #HotChocolateTalk campaign for families. Visit HotChocolateTalk.org to learn more.
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Educators don't get the praise they deserve, especially those teaching kids valuable life skills. We want to change that. That's why we're launching the inaugural @2ndStepProgram Educator of the Year awards! Learn more: cfchildren.org/press/press-r…
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Like you, at @cfchildren we have the pleasure and the privilege to work with so many talented, dedicated educators who put children’s social and emotional well-being first. Nominate educators you know for the @2ndStepProgram Educator of the Year Awards! secondstep.org/eya23
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Today is #SELday! Join us in celebrating the value of these foundational #lifeskills and the ways they help children succeed in school and throughout their lives. Learn more at cfchildren.org/sel-day.
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Emily Holthaus, our chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer, believes #SEL skills like strong communication, perspective-taking, and empathy are what allow us to connect across boundaries. #SELday cfchildren.org/sel-day/
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As an elementary school teacher early in her career, Polly Stansell quickly understood #SEL is foundational to all learning. Today, as our VP of product, she’s thrilled to develop curricula that empowers kids in every aspect of their lives. #SELday cfchildren.org/sel-day
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As our VP of policy and advocacy, @jposamen wants families to know that “lawmakers want to hear from their constituents, but they only know what matters to you if you tell them.” Make your voice heard this #SELday at cfchildren.org/sel-day. @CFCAdvocacy
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How do we determine if our research-based SEL programs are effective? By talking to the kids, families, and educators who use them, explains Dr. Tia Kim, our VP of education, research, and impact. Share your story with us this #SELday at cfchildren.org/sel-day!
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“School wasn’t the easiest thing for me,” our VP of marketing and client relations, Regi Dennis reflects. “If I had SEL as a kid, I think I would have had a much better experience.” #SELday cfchildren.org/sel-day/
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Our VP of innovation, Mia Doces encourages #families to embrace the SEL tools all around them to help their kids succeed. “You know what they need better than anyone else,” she says. “You’ve got this.” #SELday cfchildren.org/sel-day
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As our VP of PR and communications, Shauna McBride’s “why” for her work in promoting social-emotional learning is her own daughter. “I want the world to be better for her and for all children,” she says. Celebrate #SELDay on Friday with us at cfchildren.org/sel-day.
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“SEL is what helps kids be safe, healthy, and happy,” says CEO @lovanhill. “It breeds success in communication, problem-solving, and relationship building. And [families] care about that.” #SELDay is March 10! Celebrate with us at cfchildren.org/sel-day.
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#SEL integration at the Tier 1 level is KEY to academic, social and emotional learning growth of each student. Educators - build your Team now and join us @ the 2023 Annual SEL Summer Institute to learn strategies for success! Register today @ SELSchoolConsulting.com/summ…
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📢 Grant Opportunity for GA Schools & Districts! GA DFCS Prevention & Community Support Section has partnered with @cfchildren to provide funding for @2ndStepProgram. For more information or to apply, please visit secondstep.org/funding-grant…. Applications open Jan. 17!
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I was excited to contribute ideas for parents on building perseverance & goal setting #SEL skills in partnership with our friends at @2ndStepProgram & @cfchildren. Check out #7 & #8, give the concepts a shot (or DM me for ideas), &let me know how it goes! care.com/c/social-and-emotio…
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