Blending Social and Emotional Learning into the Classroom
Blending Social and Emotional Learning into the Classroom

Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.

Blending Social and Emotional Learning into the Classroom This month Stacy and Nicole are talking about the professional development courses they have planned for this summer. Today we talk about Blending Social and Emotional Learning into the...

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Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.

DESE Podcasts

Dr. Betsy Kindall, Nicole Fairchild and Dr. Stacy Moore discuss Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. - a project to Advance Wellness And Resiliency in Education. Project A.W.A.R.E. is a grant program funded by S.A.M.H.S.A. (the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). Betsy is an educator, a licensed school counselor and the Statewide Coordinator for Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. She has worked in Arkansas schools for nearly 20 years. Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked in schools for about 10 years. She is the project manager at one of the Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.. remote sites. Stacy is a Behavior Support Specialist/School Psychologist with Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. and has been working in Arkansas schools over 15 years. They love working together and this podcast is a result of the creative energy synthesized through their conversations about mental health awareness. They begin by sharing a little about their previous work background and goals for this podcast series. In subsequent episodes, they focus on individual topics related to school culture and mental health. Their conversations are as witty and entertaining as they are informative. They share touching personal stories and address real-life situations that will help enable every listener to become more A.W.A.R.E. of the world around them. The episodes in this series are generally less than ten minutes long, but are packed with valuable information and commentary that will leave you wanting more! New episodes are scheduled for release weekly, every Monday. This project is dedicated to Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education. Please feel free to subscribe to this podcast and join us as we strive to help everyone become more A.W.A.R.E.! Website: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/learning-services/school-health-services/arkansas-aware Produced by Donnie Lee Music: https://www.purple-planet.com More information: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/communications/dese-podcasts

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Integrating Social and Emotional Learning: A Guide for Educators

“Even academic gains have been noted and achievement gains.”

How can teachers seamlessly integrate social and emotional learning (SEL) into their classrooms? That's the big question hosts Dr. Betsy Kindall, Nicole Fairchild, and Dr. Stacy Moore tackle in this episode of Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. The trio dives into their upcoming professional development courses designed to help educators blend SEL into everyday teaching practices. With sessions scheduled both virtually and in-person, they emphasize the growing demand for SEL and its proven benefits for student well-being and academic success.

Expect a mix of practical strategies, personal anecdotes, and a touch of humor as they share insights on making SEL a natural part of classroom life. Whether you're an experienced teacher or new to the field, this episode offers valuable tools to foster a more supportive and emotionally intelligent learning environment.

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