National Stress Awareness Day is celebrated each year on November 2nd. This day is a reminder to take a step back, reflect on how stress affects us, and explore strategies to manage it more effectively. Stress is a part of life, but learning how to handle it can lead to [...]
Anxiety and depression are two mental health issues that are often intertwined. While anxiety is characterized by excessive worry and fear, depression is marked by sadness and feelings of hopelessness. However, these two mental health conditions share many similarities, and one can often lead to the other. In this blog [...]
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Schools, organizations, and communities across the country come together to raise awareness and promote bullying prevention efforts. Bullying is a problem that affects not only children but also adults. It can happen anywhere, whether in school, work, online, or in the community. According to [...]
There is more to learning than just academics. Social emotional learning (SEL) is an important approach that can impact students’ overall growth and achievement in and out of the classroom. SEL encompasses a variety of skills that students need to succeed in school, work, and life, such as self-awareness, self-regulation, [...]
 It's that time of the year where kids and parents are preparing for the start of a new school year. A lot has changed since the last school year, and it's natural for students to feel anxious and stressed about what the new academic year has in store for [...]
We’ve all been there: you have a big assignment or project due, but instead of getting started, you find yourself scrolling through social media, watching videos, or doing anything other than the task at hand. Procrastination is something we all experience at times, but it can seriously get in [...]
As the new school year begins, it's the perfect time to set goals that will help you succeed both personally and academically. But setting goals isn't just about deciding what you want to achieve—it's also about understanding yourself, staying motivated, and learning from your experiences. That's where Social-Emotional Learning [...]
As the summer draws to a close, students across the country are preparing to head back to school. For many, this transition comes with a mix of excitement and anxiety. New teachers, classmates, schedules, and academic challenges can all contribute to feelings of stress. It's important for students to develop [...]
It's a new school year, and as educators, one of our main goals is to help our students achieve success. However, success doesn't just come from academic skills or knowledge. It is also rooted in how we approach challenges and setbacks. This is why fostering a growth mindset in our [...]
As students navigate the school year, they encounter a variety of challenges and opportunities for growth. One of the most influential factors in how they respond to these situations is their mindset. A growth mindset is the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort, learning, and persistence. [...]