Creating Culture in a Cafeteria Classroom – Chains

A Chain is Only as Strong as Its Weakest Link For many years, my extended Connecticut family has shared in an October multi-generational tradition. We choose a weekend before Halloween…

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SEL Series – Self-Esteem vs Self-Awareness

Self-Esteem vs Self-Awareness I have learned that self-esteem can have several different meanings depending on who you converse with. When it comes to your self-esteem, only one opinion truly matters:…

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SEL Series – Talk with Your Children

Prioritizing Meaningful Conversation with Your Children Too often parents and children stop communicating. In most cases, it happens subtly and unintentionally.  Parents are continually trying to balance their personal, professional,…

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SEL Series – How to Motivate the Unmotivated

Strategies for Motivating Students I remember facilitating "Girls Chat" every Wednesday when I managed a middle afterschool program. The girls seemed disinterested in participating at the start of the program.…

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