Committee for Children, Seattle, WA Videos

Now that we’ve entered into another school year, let’s remember that teaching social-emotional skills goes beyond academics. Learning life skills not only prepares students for success in the classroom but also helps students make responsible decisions, manage strong emotions, and solve problems effectively throughout their lives. When we focus on life skill-building: 🔹 Students become more engaged and ready to learn 🔹 Classrooms can become more positive and productive 🔹 Students are more likely to reach academic milestones Research shows that research-based life skill-building in the classroom leads to improved attitudes, more positive relationships, and fewer behavioral challenges (Source: bit.ly/4cKKSPD). ❔How will you be incorporating SEL into your curriculum? Let us know in the comments below! #BackToSchool #SEL #SocialEmotionalLearning #LifeSkills #StudentSuccess

Why choose Committee for Children’s Second Step High School? 🔹 It flexes to fit busy high schools. 🔹 It helps students face challenges and opportunities unique to their age. 🔹 It’s easy for adolescents to embrace. Create a culture where everyone is most likely to succeed! 👉 Learn more about how Second Step High School can benefit your school’s culture at https://www.secondstep.org/high-school-sel-curriculum #SEL #SocialEmotionalLearning #SecondStepHS #HighSchoolEducators

Want happy and successful kids? Social-emotional learning (SEL) is key! Don’t miss this relaunched episode where Committee for Children’s Andrea Lovanhill dives into the power of SEL with Helen Westmoreland, director of family engagement at the National Parent Teacher Association. Learn how YOU can champion SEL and support your child's success! Listen now and continue the school year stronger than ever! 📚✨ 🔗 https://www.cfchildren.org/podcast/fostering-parent-teacher-collaboration-with-helen-westmoreland/ #PTA #GrowKinder #NotesFromTheBackpack #SEL #ParentTeacherCollaboration

Are you a concerned parent or educator? Then this episode is for you! 🔊 Listen to this relaunched Grow Kinder podcast episode with Helen Westmoreland, director of family engagement at National Parent Teacher Association to gain valuable insights on the importance of social emotional learning and how you can champion SEL within your school communities. Discover effective parent-teacher strategies to support your efforts year-round! 🤝 🔗 https://www.cfchildren.org/podcast/fostering-parent-teacher-collaboration-with-helen-westmoreland/ #TBT #PTA #GrowKinder #NotesFromTheBackpack #SEL #ParentTeacherCollaboration

🎧 Ready to kick off the school year strong? Check out our Grow Kinder podcast episode! LaShuna McBride chats with the inspiring Katie Wohlford-McCracken about how Fairview Elementary’s SEL approach helped them become a National Blue Ribbon School. Get the inside scoop on how SEL is making classrooms more vibrant and engaged. Tune in now, and don’t forget to share your thoughts in the comments! 🌟🎙️ 🔗 https://www.cfchildren.org/podcast/integrating-social-emotional-skills-into-schoolwide-behavior/ #GrowKinderPodcast #ClassroomTips #SecondStep #BackToSchool #SEL #Storytime #EducatorOfTheYear

💡 Did you know Committee for Children offers free classroom materials to support social-emotional learning?! Explore our Free Classroom Activities page, featuring resources aligned with Second Step programs, child protection, and bullying prevention. Check it out at the link below and be sure to share this page with your colleagues to access ongoing additions for your school community! https://www.cfchildren.org/resources/free-classroom-activities/ 📚 📝 #SocialEmotionalLearning #SEL #Education #FreeResources

Ready for a classroom transformation? 🎉 Check out our relaunched Grow Kinder episode where we chat with the amazing Katie Wohlford-McCracken, one of our Second Step Educators of the Year! She spills the secrets on how her school uses SEL to boost engagement and positivity in the classroom. Perfect timing as we head back to school—don’t miss out! 🎧✨ 🔗 https://www.cfchildren.org/podcast/integrating-social-emotional-skills-into-schoolwide-behavior/ #GrowKinderPodcast #ClassroomTips #SecondStep #BackToSchool #SEL #Storytime

Wondering how SEL can prevent bullying? This episode of the Grow Kinder podcast dives deep with Dr. Dorothy Espelage, a leader in the field. She talks with host Dr. Tia Kim about the connection between SEL and creating a kinder school climate. Plus, she shares practical tips for educators to implement SEL programs effectively. Listen and unlock your school’s potential! Listen to the full episode at https://www.cfchildren.org/podcast/the-power-of-persistence-making-long-term-sel-implementation-work-with-dorothy-espelage-phd/ #BackToSchool #PodcastRelaunch #GrowKinderPodcast #SEL #BullyingPrevention #CFC #SecondStep

Who benefits from social-emotional learning? At Committee for Children, we break it down into three categories: ✏️ Students and schools 💻 Workers and workplaces 🌎 Life and society For the best SEL resources, visit our website at https://www.cfchildren.org! #Educators #SocialEmotionalLearning #EmotionalIntelligence

Can SEL be the answer to bullying? Grow Kinder podcast host Dr. Tia Kim dives deep with Dr. Dorothy Espelage, a renowned expert from the University of North Carolina, on how SEL empowers schools to prevent bullying. Listen now and help create a kinder, more inclusive school environment! 🔊 Listen to the full episode at https://www.cfchildren.org/podcast/the-power-of-persistence-making-long-term-sel-implementation-work-with-dorothy-espelage-phd/ #BackToSchool #TBT #GrowKinderPodcast #SEL #BullyingPrevention #CFC #SecondStep

Empower your students with Second Step High School, designed to foster growth through four key pathways! 🌟 1️⃣ Belonging & Connection 2️⃣ Confidence & Capability 3️⃣ Agency & Opportunity 4️⃣ Well-Being & Community Create a culture where everyone is most likely to succeed. Visit https://www.secondstep.org/high-school-sel-curriculum to learn more about Second Step High School! #SocialEmotionalLearning #SEL #Educators #HighSchool

🎧 Don’t miss this relaunched episode of our Grow Kinder podcast about the growing mental health crisis among teens! Our CEO, Andrea Lovanhill, chats with Dr. Kathleen Ethier from the CDC about the latest findings and how you can support your child's well-being. Listen now! 📲 🔗 https://www.cfchildren.org/podcast/bolstering-adolescent-social-emotional-and-mental-health-with-dr-kathleen-ethier-of-the-cdc/ #TBT #MentalHealthMatters #CDC #SEL #SocialEmotionalLearning #NationalParentsDay

Kids can pick up social-emotional skills from the adults around them, but they can also be taught directly in the classroom! Here’s how it works: 1️⃣ The teacher explains the concept with words, pictures, videos, or audio. 2️⃣ Students practice through activities, discussions, writing, or partner work. 3️⃣ The teacher reinforces the concept all week long. 4️⃣ Info is sent home for practice with parents. 5️⃣ The teacher checks for understanding and reteaches if needed. Build students’ emotional intelligence, one lesson at a time, by finding what program works best for you: https://www.secondstep.org/our-programs

The impact of SEL is increasingly recognized around the world to positively affect individuals and communities. 😃 Life skills like emotion management, problem-solving, making responsible decisions, self-regulation skills, and maintaining healthy relationships help to create a well-functioning, compassionate society. Similar to emotional intelligence (a concept used outside of school settings), these skills enable people to adapt, be resourceful, and work well with others, and they’re all taught in SEL programs. Learn more: https://www.cfchildren.org/what-is-social-emotional-learning/life-society/

Well-implemented SEL programs positively affect students’ success in school. Studies show that social-emotional skills—such as problem-solving, self-regulation, impulse control, and empathy—help improve academics, reduce negative social behaviors like bullying, and create positive classroom climates (Source: bit.ly/4aG2D1d). Social-emotional skills can also help kids manage everyday life. They help students focus, make good decisions, and become supportive members of their community well beyond school. 🙌 Learn more: https://www.cfchildren.org/what-is-social-emotional-learning/schools/

Educators are key to making Second Step programs succeed in their schools. 🔑 By dedicating time on a weekly or daily basis for teachers to not just teach the curriculum but also to value its importance, schools have seen positive outcomes and stronger school communities. Learn more about how our programs can help schools: cfchildren.org

🌟 Out-of-school time (OST) is where SEL thrives! 🕰️✨ Meet Second Step Out-of-School Time: a game-changer in SEL designed for OST spaces. 🎉 With easy-to-use tools and staff support, let's make SEL simple and fun beyond the classroom. Together, let's extend research-based SEL to more parts of the day, empowering kids and strengthening communities. Learn more at https://secondstep.org/OST. 💫

Community Unit School District 300 in Illinois embraced Second Step programs, igniting a wave of positive change across schools. At Lakewood School, innovative strategies were crafted to seamlessly integrate Second Step lessons into classroom routines. By dedicating time each Monday and fostering collaboration among teachers, they nurtured a school culture where students thrive emotionally and socially. 🏫💫 For more success stories and information about Second Step programs, visit http://www.cfchildren.org/second-step.

At Committee for Children, we’re proud to champion children's emotional, social, and academic growth! 📚✨ Our mission is clear: to foster the safety and well-being of children through social-emotional learning and development. From innovative social-emotional learning curricula to advocacy efforts, we're dedicated to creating safe, supportive environments where children can flourish. Today, our programs reach more than 26.9 million children in 45,000 schools in all 50 states and around the world. By lifting up children today, we’re helping them create a safe and positive society for the future.💫 Learn more about Committee for Children by visiting: http://www.cfchildren.org/.

Empower your kids with safety knowledge! 🌟 Research proves that discussing touching safety is crucial in preventing sexual abuse. 💬 While it may feel uncomfortable, you can do it—just like any other important conversation. Check out this video for tips on how to start. 🎥 For more resources, visit http://hotchocolatetalk.org. Let's keep our kids safe together! #ChildSafety