In the realm of education, the adage “students don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care” holds a profound truth. As educators, our primary responsibility extends beyond the delivery of academic content; it encompasses the holistic well-being of our students. A trauma-informed approach recognizes the impact of adverse experiences on…
Finding the Circle of Courage in Action Start the New Year with a focus on resilience by teaching your students about the Circle of Courage. Then, challenge them to eye-spy the resilience model’s components in action. Circle of Courage: A Model of Resilience This resilience model is easy to teach students of all ages. “We…
In the demanding world of education, teacher burnout has become a critical issue, often rooted in the complex interplay of dysregulation and challenging student behavior. By understanding the underlying factors of these challenges, we aim to offer insights and strategies to support educators in navigating daily life in their classrooms, ultimately fostering a more sustainable…
Foster Connections Students who feel connected to their school are also more likely to have better academic achievement, better school attendance, and stay in school longer. How can you connect to your students? One of the best ways to connect with your students is having classroom meetings. These meetings not only allows you to…