Students consider four key issues discussed by Donald Trump and Joe Biden in the October 22, 2020 presidential debate: the Covid pandemic, healthcare, racism, and the climate crisis.
Our Work
We partner with district leaders and school leaders to…
Build community in their schools and classrooms
Strengthen students’ social and emotional skills
Increase equity through courageous conversations on race
Our Impact
Through programs including The 4Rs and Restore360, we help preK-12 educators bring transformative change to their schools and students' lives.
Hundreds of schools reached yearly
Since 1982, Morningside Center has helped tens of thousands of educators make their schools and classrooms more caring, collaborative, equitable and effective.
Scientific studies show strong results
Two major scientific studies found that our programs improve students’ social and emotional competency, their academic performance, and the classroom climate.
Suspensions decline dramatically
Schools implementing our restorative practices programs saw suspensions drop an average of 43%, while students’ social skills and engagement increased.
Our Services
Together with educators, we create joyful, productive, and equitable schools by weaving together three approaches:
Young people and adults learn and practice skills to help them do well in school and in life.
Young people stay connected through processes that foster a caring and equitable school community.
School staff increase their cultural competency and ensure that school systems and structures elevate every child.
I can't thank you enough for all the resources, support, and encouragement! This program is breathing new life and meaning into my teaching. It is bringing new conversations into our teaching lives and friendships.
Y. Gray, Robert F. Wagner School, Manhattan
The circle helps me connect with the students and the school and the staff. My favorite moment is when everyone comes together, becomes a family…and just shares.
Fredy, 12th grade student, Green School, Brooklyn
When kids are happy and feel safe and connected to their school, you see better academic outcomes. It’s not a coincidence.
David Cintron, Principal, PS 214, Bronx
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What's New?
Fresh TeachableMoment lessons, readings & announcements
TeachableMoment
October 28, 2020
Students consider four key issues discussed by Donald Trump and Joe Biden in the October 22, 2020 presidential debate: the Covid pandemic, healthcare, racism, and the climate crisis.
TeachableMoment
October 28, 2020
Use this chart and process to check in with students on how they're feeling and what they need throughout the school day.
TeachableMoment
October 27, 2020
Being listened to helps human beings in profound ways. This video and set of guidelines will give you and your students a chance to practice active listening through an "equal listening exchange."
TeachableMoment
October 27, 2020
This is a series of video mini lessons that focus on building, developing and nourishing our communities. Each lesson starts with a game and then proceeds to a step-by-step process for listening to one another.