The Dash

There's a systematic approach to SEL implementation. In this' week's article, we'll break down 10 steps you can take to gain traction with SEL. In an article from Hechinger report - https://bit.ly/3D9AClw 1:10 - Getting started with SEL 2:28 - Budget = Priority 8:45 - Before you select an evidence-based program 10:45 - Follow through on your implementation plans Reference - CASEL program review -...

Please explain how we could have a day of school not filled with social and emotional learning? That's who we are, a school is a social environment, and together we are emotional beings! Let's explore what SEL 60 minutes a day looks like en EP 223 1:55 2:23 6:53 10:35 12:05

There’s so much in the world that changed through the pandemic, and one thing that shines through is the attention that’s been brought to our personal well-being and levels of stress. This was pushed under the rug so long that we were almost numb! Listen to Episode 221 as we explore 4 ways the pandemic impacted SEL article from K-12 Dive 1:25 - Championing SEL 4:18 - SEL & Mental health support 7:...

Social Emotional Learning has always made sense to me, and as students enter high school, they should be equipped to apply the skills they've learned in their personal and professional life. In this episode, we'll explore the opportunities that come with CTE 1:33 70% of high school graduates may not be going to college 3:44 - Dual Enrollment partnerships 6:55 - Student experience with CTE

In this episode, we explore an article that covers how SEL is bridging equity gaps. Of course, we had to add an Adult SEL perspective and big shout-outs to The Urban Assembly of New York. Check out the full article - https://bit.ly/3ClZshH 2:15 - THe Urban Assembly does SEL different 3:40 - How SEL caught momentum through the pandemic 5:55 - Supportive and demanding teachers 8:43 - SEL is about te...

Students are in the middle of a mental health crisis! That means educators are too. We spend the majority of our time together, trading thoughts, feelings, and ideas. To remove students from their mental health crises, we have to support our teachers the same way. We'll break down how in EP 219 Shout out to #principal project for the article - https://bit.ly/3BhSgme

Communication is Key, Relationships Rule the World, and Conflict is ok. We just have to build the skills, and all I’ve seen over the past 7 years in Education, is teachers and educators step up to the plate and give each student what they need. We are social-emotional being by nature. Don’t fight it, try it. SEL is for everybody! Listen to EP 218 1:32 - Communication is key 3;25 - 59% of teachers...

This episode is about practical ways you can use Adult SEL to reduce teacher stress and burnout. It doesn’t have to be complicated, simple get to know you activities, team assessments, SEL PLC meetings. Check out Ep 216 5 ways to reduce teacher stress and resources you can use to implement 1:09 New teachers need support 3:01 - be weary of monetary attendnace incentives 4:02 - don’t assume you know...

Stressed teachers are expensive! Over 61% of teachers are stressed daily, and the cost to education is over $7.3 billion dollars! Accounted for by absenteeism, turnover, and low performance. Doesn’t it just make sense to support teachers better? Shout out to everybody doing that already Time stamps 1:24 Stressed teachers are expensive, 3:54 We teach who we are 4:29 Practice adult SEL to reduce tea...

We are back! We took an early summer break, to recalibrate and finish up the school year. In episode 215 we’ll discuss an ASCD article about why behavior management doesn’t mean tanking relationships. Students need adults that are supportive and demanding! Don’t be afraid to have high expectations for all your students. 4:00 - What does trauma look like 5:45 - How does trauma show up 12:43 - How b...

School Principal & Author of The Dizz Whizz Series, Rheon's third appearance on the Dash podcast, he's got some amazing announcements, stepping down (professionally) from his school leadership position and two new books that are set to come out in 2022! Listen up to see how Rheon Builds SEL skills for Students and SEL! 2:20 - Dizz Whizz - From the idea to the 4th installment 10:04 - Transferring o...

Michael Creekmore (@thebearded.school.counselor) has only been a counselor for four years. But his experience in counseling and therapy outside of school has given him a perspective that leads to positive student outcomes. Listen to episode 213 to learn more about his perspective on school counseling.

Would you believe me if I said SEL research started in the 70's? It wasn't called SEL but Dr. Maurice Elias was at the forefront of recognizing how to develop skills in students that change lives! For over 40 years he's been a teacher, leader, and mentor in SEL & Character Development. David Adams, one of his former students has taken the same passion for SEL and transformed how the school looks a...

When's the last time you had a coach? Not just in a sport but in your life? Classroom teacher's often have coaches, but how about school leaders? You need a coach too. Listen to Dr. Sabreen Mutawally break down how she use's coaches for different area's of her life

“Every time you point the finger at somebody else, there are 3 pointing back at you.” In this episode, we talk through 4 steps to ask for help. Seem's basic, but everybody feels awkward asking for help so let's talk about it Shout out to Educator's 2 Educators and SEL TV for featuring this project on their conference and platform.

Welcome back to the Dash Podcast, Episode 208 feature's special guest Lloyd Knight back for his 3rd interview with us, to talk about his new book The 3 Phases of School Culture. We dig into each of the phases and connect them with practices for implementation

Over the past year, my SEL inbox has doubled, there are more newsletters, webinars, Conferences with a focus on SEL. But there are still some myths that we've got to bust! Listen to Episode 207 to find out what Myth's we can debunk about SEL Pro-Social Classroom - https://bit.ly/34COyT5 3 Levels of SEL implementation - https://bit.ly/3lQ5T2i Explore SEL frameworks - http://exploresel.gse.harvard.e...

Part 2 of our conversation with Judge Andre Gammage we go deeper into Restorative Justice (In the courtroom and community) and restorative practices (In the classroom and school community). We'll discuss Fresh start Fridays - Expunging 13 felonies, finding ways to serve, And Restorative practices in schools

It's a privilege to have my Dad Andre Gammage back on the Dash Podcast, 200 episodes and four years after his first appearance! Alot's changed since then but the dedication to service has stayed the same. We tackle alot in this episode around Privilege, Restorative Justice, and Restorative Practices.

Episode 204 is packed with gems about how to make SEL and RP something you can see. Claudine and Restore More does amazing work supporting Teachers, Student's and Parents. When I met Claudine it was during a Mastermind right when the pandemic started, we were all trying to figure out how to pivot and Restore More has led the way! Visit https://www.werestoremore.com/ for more about their company An...

Are you ready for a brand new Dash? In this episode, I'll talk about the changes in the Dash Podcast and how I can add more value to continue educating SEL for individuals and for schools. Time stamps: 1:12 - What's Next? 3:31 - Here to Stay 5:02 - Retro Dash 8:35 - Adding Value

Are you truly being intentional about including adult social emotional learning in your school community? In this episode we will focus on a review of the key findings of the SEL supports in American classrooms, which is a study that was conducted by the Wallace Foundation. Listen to the full episode now on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3whE7A9 Time stamps: 1:12 - 7 Key Findings 3:31 - Teachers Wellbein...

Are we directly educating young people about social justice? In this episode, let's hear Shelby talk about how social justice is as important as academic education and how it's cohesive with SEL. Time stamps: 2:01 - Little Justice Leaders 8:01 - Social Justice 12:01 - Being Open 16:20 - Cohesive Approach 19:24 - Asset Based

The greatest reward in education? Creating opportunities to grow lead and experience. We went live for Episode 200 with our friends Education Powered to discuss - Culturally Responsive Practices - Young Black Educators - And Asset Vs. Deficit based Education Time stamps: 11:30 - Culturally Responsive 14:20 - Students as Leaders 19:42 - Asset Vs Deficit 23:25 - Create Opportunities 32:36 - Eduprene...

Do you believe that SEL is just as important as academic learning? In this episode, we will talk about expanding SEL and how it's the key to education. Listen to episode 199 for educational approaches that go beyond academics.