# SEL

**10 Trauma-Sensitive Tips to Help Students Feel Safer in School** March 17, 2026  
The ongoing impact of trauma is one of the biggest barriers to learning. Whether students are in the midst of trauma or feel unsafe from past experiences, there are many…  
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**10 Ways to Foster a Caring Classroom Community** June 20, 2025  
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**12 Ways to Help Students Feel Safe, Calm, and Regulated at School** February 6, 2025  
As we navigate 2025 together, both teachers and students are feeling the impact of major change. How can you make your school and your classroom a safe, comfortable, and welcoming…  
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**Beyond Breathing: 9 Great Mindfulness Activities to Try With Your Students** July 23, 2024  
*Today’s blog post has been adapted from The Social‑Emotional Learning Toolbox by Kathy Perez. The benefits of mindfulness in school settings have been proven through extensive research over the last 30+ years.…  
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**Recommended Reads: 40+ Books that Teach Young Children Essential Social-Emotional Skills** December 13, 2022  
Picture books are an excellent tool for teaching and reinforcing the social-emotional skills young children need for social and academic success. Today’s post offers some curated lists of books that…  
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