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SEL & RP

Activities to support students' social and emotional learning and restorative practices

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SEL & RP
Social & Emotional Learning & Restorative Practices
Current Issues
Current Issues
Tips and Ideas
Tips & Ideas

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Collected lessons and resources for increasing knowledge and awareness during AAPI month - or any time. 

May is AAPI Heritage Month. These maps, definitions, and links to additional resources provide an introduction to the AAPI community and AAPI issues. 

Students listen to and reflect on a range of voices about the leaked Supreme Court draft ruling that would reverse Roe v. Wade. 

Invite students to think about the power of storytelling, and make time for storytelling in your classroom.

Students consider what it's like to be a refugee through poetry, photos, and videos, and discuss the UN statement that the solidarity for Ukrainians should "set the example for all

Honor the planet by engaging students in our lessons on the environment and climate.

Students learn about the history and impact of Title IX and discuss the continuing struggle for gender equity in sports.

Students discuss the historic Sandy Hook Families vs. Remington Arms lawsuit and its argument that the company marketed violence to vulnerable young men.

Judge Jackson may become the first Black woman on the Supreme Court. Students explore the confirmation process, Jackson's background, and diversity on the court.

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The gap between rich and poor is still growing. Students examine the evidence, and consider what young people, and others, are doing to raise wages and close the gap.

In a healing circle, students share their responses to the attack on an LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado Springs. 

 

The shooting in Colorado Springs is on the minds of many young people - and adults. How can we create space for students to reflect on such upsetting news? 

Lessons to explore gratitude and American history surrounding the Thanksgiving holiday.  

Students share holiday traditions and experiences, and acknowledge the range of emotions that accompany the season.

Students discuss evidence that meat production contributes to climate change, explore efforts to make food systems more sustainable, and share their own consumption choices.