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While some argue we have been educating the “whole child” for generations, recent research demonstrates that we have overlooked
students’ Social and Emotional Learning skills (SEL), a key aspect of the foundation for academic learning. In practice, this means that educators are not forced to “choose” between SEL and academic instruction — time spent building students’ social and emotional
skills is time spent building capacity for their academic and lifelong success. SEL also has demonstrated impact on several indicators of academic success. For example, research shows that students with SEL training “scored 13 points higher academically than
their peers 3.5 years later, had 6 percent better high school graduation rates, and could even reap lifelong monetary benefits for their healthy adult lifestyle.”
In this webinar, you will hear from four leaders and practitioners who are actively working to support the growth and development of SEL skills in schools. Each guest has experienced and applied research-based ideas and strategies to support SEL in their respective
educational contexts, and they are excited to share their insights and experiences.
In this webinar, our guests will discuss:
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The connection between SEL and student achievement
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Building classroom and school capacity for SEL
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The connection between SEL and equity
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Professional learning opportunities to support SEL in schools
Panelists
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Mary Ann Wolf, Ph.D., Sr. Director of the Professional Learning and Leading
Collaborative, The Friday Institute at NC State University
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Karen Falato, Special Educator, Bristol
Township (PA)
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James Futrell, Director of Student Services, Access, and Engagement, Durham
Public Schools (NC)
Moderator
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Avril Smart Goggans, Ph.D., Research and Engagement Manager, Future
Ready Schools
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Future-Proof Your School Library Budget: What to do if the cuts happen
February 19, 2020
4:00 pm EST
During this webinar, you will learn smart ways to engage the community in the face of crisis, and how to get organized across a district. Join John Chrastka from EveryLibrary
as he discusses ways to prevent potential problems and to proactively position yourself if they come. If there is a threat to your position or budget – or to other school libraries or librarians across your district – know how to mobilize people to help you
fight back.
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Innovate! Every Classroom, Every Day with Digital Learning
February 27, 2020
12:00 pm EST
On Digital Learning Day 2020, states, districts, and schools will show how innovation occurs in every classroom, every day, through the effective use of technology. To kick off this year’s celebration, we will take a behind the scenes look inside schools from
around the county to show how educators are shifting their mindsets, leveraging technology as a tool for learning, and being empowered to reframe learning experiences each day.
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