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SEL for Parents (video)
From CASEL: "An informational video by CASEL and Chicago Public Schools for parents on social and emotional learning (SEL). The video aims to inform parents on SEL in schools and provide them with insights on SEL in their own parenting practices in order to support...
“Under The Surface” – Empathy Film (video)
From The Knowledge Center, Inc: "If you had knowledge of another person's experiences: what they see, hear, feel... Would it change the way you respond to individuals?" A short video to educate about empathy.
The Puzzle Piece Vs. Infinity Symbol — What To Use To Represent Autism?
From Study Breaks: "Though the design may seem innocuous, the meaning of the puzzle piece can be harmful to the autistic community. If you want to support your autistic loved ones, try using the infinity symbol instead."
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) by State
From the U.S. Department of Education: "IDEA requires each state to develop a state performance plan/annual performance report (SPP/APR) that evaluates the state’s efforts to implement the requirements and purposes of the IDEA and describes how the state will improve...
Annual Reports to Congress on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
From U.S. Department of Education: "Annual reports to Congress on the progress made toward the provision of a free appropriate public education to all children with disabilities and the provision of early intervention services to infants and toddlers with disabilities."
Are You Ableist? Interactive Quiz
From The Washington Post: "The Washington Post consulted 25 disabled activists and scholars, including representatives from several national disability organizations, to create a quiz that can help someone learn more about ableist thinking."
Teaching SEL Skills Through Stories and Poetry
From Edutopia: "When social and emotional learning is integrated into language arts, elementary students gain a deeper understanding of concepts like empathy and self-awareness. And they’re more engaged in reading and writing, to boot."
The Role of SEL in Developing Reading Skills
From Edutopia: "In many areas of life, SEL strategies and skill building help valued outcomes to happen. This is especially true when it comes to learning how to read, and to read well—one of the most essential life competencies."
Mental Health Awareness Month Activities for Schools
From Houghton Mifflin Harcourt: "May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. It's a great opportunity for teachers to take stock of their students'—and their own—health and well-being. Mental health awareness in the classroom starts with you."
Understanding Disability in the LGBTQ+ Community
From the HRC Foundation: "LGBTQ+ people are more likely to be disabled than non-LGBTQ+ people. The duality of their identities as LGBTQ+ and disabled increases the amount of discrimination and bias they face in their daily lives, at school, at the doctors, or at work."