SEL & Mindset
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is the deliberate commitment to including a framework of essential skills and dispositions that complement academics but historically have not been a part of curricular design. Learners acquire and effectively apply the skills necessary for self-regulation or managing and talking about emotions, forming relationships, setting goals and demonstrating empathy during their learning.
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Leadership
Revitalizing Culture and Community at St. Labre | A Conversation with Curtis Yarlott
Discover how St. Labre Indian School supports Indigenous education, cultural revitalization, and language preservation with Curtis Yarlott.
Equity & Access
How Can Historical Thinking Change the Civics Education Conversation?| A Conversation with Zachary Coté
Explore historical thinking as a civic tool with Zachary Cote of Thinking Nation. Learn how it empowers learners to navigate democracy and the present.
Learning Design
Designing Learning Models that Put People First
Technology in education should enhance relationships and agency, not replace them. Teachers and meaningful connections drive deeper learning.
Personalized Learning
How Learner-Centered Environments Are Keeping Educators in the Field
Learner-centered environments attract and retain educators by fostering holistic, value-aligned communities for both students and teachers.