Coronavirus

The students who aren't joining us online may be the ones who need us most. How can we reach out to them?

The effects of the $2 trillion coronavirus relief package will be felt by everyone. Students read about and discuss this historic and controversial legislation. 

Both teachers and parents may find these basic social and emotional learning (SEL) practices, from deep breathing to self-talk, helpful during this stressful time.

As schools and districts shift to online learning in response to the coronavirus, we educators need to create supportive and caring classroom communities in this new virtual environment. Here are ten tips for doing it.

It's helpful to create community guidelines for our online gatherings of staff - during the coronavirus pandemic, or at any time. Here are some sample guidelines from a recent online gathering of Morningside staff.

Young people need support and encouragement now more than ever. We can create a caring community for our students now - whether we're connecting at school or online. 

Students need a chance to share their thoughts and feelings about the coronavirus—even if our classes have gone online. Here are some guidelines for creating a supportive space for this conversation. 

Students consider how the coronavirus pandemic has revealed gaps in our public health system, amplifying calls for universal health insurance and a national paid sick leave policy.

This online activity provides a supportive virtual space where students can connect and gather strength during the coronavirus pandemic.

This online activity provides a supportive virtual space where school staff can connect and gather strength to support our students during the coronavirus pandemic.