Resources

Using the power of collective empathy to figure out the "how" of our daily lives.

Podcast discussing what SEL is, it's importance for communities and how SEL is important for aspects of our mental health.

Seven low-prep, high-impact strategies for Advisory Programs

A daily check-in with students offers an opportunity to strengthen self-awareness, decision-making, social awareness, empathy, and relations

Jessica Stralkowski, an advisory teacher at the American School of Dubai, discusses how she uses SEL to prepare for a service learning trip.

How La Jolla Country Day School uses SEL Practices to solve the “Now what? How do we best support the wellbeing of students?”

How Seattle Country Day School use a broad focus of SEL to create a reliable foundation on which all students can mature.

Interview of Julie Lemley, High School Principal, International School of Beijing - by Nick Haisman-Smith

Nick Haisman-Smith, Executive Director at IFSEL offers us his perspective on the “How” and “What” of supporting SEL in AISA Schools.

To celebrate The United Nation's World Book and Copyright Day on April 23, the IFSEL Team is excited to share some fascinating resources.

An excerpt from Meredith Dodd's essay by the same title ......

6 Things to Check that Might be getting in the Way of the Inclusive Power of an Appreciation Circle Practice in your School Community.

In our students’ over-scheduled and busy days, there is a critical need for educators to offer windows where students can pause.

Refresh and reconsider some of go-to online teaching tools.

To our Black students, colleagues, and communities - you matter. Your lives matter. We stand with you now and always.

Inspire your students to contribute to a meaningful cause or service project this summer. Here's a few resources to help.

Mary Michaels Estraada recounts the power of Checking In.

The IFSEL team's curated ideas that, we hope, address some of the SEL needs of students and educators.

Valentina Rodriguez, MD. School Therapist, frankly discusses her experience at the IFSEL Summer Institute.

Six strategies to fuel relationships and empathy in Middle and High School Advisory/Homeroom

Morgan Ome reflects on the impact SEL had and has on her life and work.

Learn about Seattle Country Day School's approach to SEL.

Guest author Jessica Berlinski writes a thoughtful piece on the power of SEL and Open Session.