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SEL & RP

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SEL & RP
Social & Emotional Learning & Restorative Practices
Current Issues
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The holidays can be a stressful time. Here are some simple steps to help us and our students handle heightened emotions - now or any time. 

This lesson invites students to examine the history of laws about people seeking asylum in the U.S. Students will consider who should be allowed to gain asylum today and how their

In this video staff and students at a West Philadelphia High School talk about the transformation the school has undergone as a result of participation in restorative circles.  

Does the U.S. political system live up to the principle of one person, one vote? In this lesson, students explore arguments about whether the Electoral College and the U.S. Senate

Are protesters justified in confronting political officials while they are eating out at restaurants or engaging in other personal activities? After reading about three such

The holiday invites exploration of everything from American history to gratitude.

In this video school staff, resources officers, county probation department staff and students talk about their experience with restorative practices.

Four tips from Morningside Center Staff Developer Amy Fabrikant on how to create a safe and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ students, and all students, going forward.

After another deadly shooting, how can we help young people and adults process the news and find comfort?

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This lesson invites students to listen to and reflect on portraits of 12 Black Lives Matter protesters from across the U.S.

This activity invites students to listen to and share music that can inspire and sustain them as they explore ways to battle oppression and push to survive and thrive during these

The NFL has taken a new stance toward Black Lives Matter. Students consider videos by NFL players and by the NFL Commissioner - and the history of activism by Colin Kaepernick and

This activity has students listen to and reflect on the voices of those who are out in the street in the wake of George Floyd's murder by police. What brings them there? And what

The police killing of George Floyd has ignited outrage, grief, and protest across the country. Here are some suggestions to give your students space to share their thoughts and

This lesson has young people explore how we can use breathing to care for ourselves during times of stress – and reflect on how that works for different people.