In our Stories of Growth Storytelling and Dialogue hour next week, we'll share an old school slide show with photos of our children and ourselves at various ages and stages. We'll tell stories of what they were learning at those points in time and also, what we ourselves - in our development as parents and professionals - were also learning. And you'll get the chance to reflect on your children's development and your own journey as a parent and chime in too! Bring your own photos of your child and yourself to share!
Social and Emotional Learning Day is about shedding light on the fact that our children are growing their social and emotional skills like self awareness, self management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making throughout childhood and adolescence. If we become intentional about teaching these skills in our family lives and in our schools, our children and teens are ready and prepared for any life challenge. Another fact we know from years of research is that parents are the first teachers of social and emotional skills through their own modeling. And we, as adults, are working on honing these essential skills for a lifetime. The learning never ends!
Because there has been no shortage of debate about social and emotional learning these past years, it's even more vital that we find chances to come together, to celebrate our understanding and commitment, and focus on this critical aspect of our children's and our own development. This coming together ensures that we are deepening our own practices and honing our own skills so that we can lead inclusive conversations to pave the way for child and teen well-being and thriving.
Hope you'll join us next week! Sign up here for free!
I want to attend and contribute to the Stories for Growth storytelling and dialogue on Friday, March 8th from 4:30-5:30 p.m. EST...
*Note from Jennifer Miller: It is my great honor and pleasure to share the Confident Parents' journey with this incredible leadership team of individuals who are significantly contributing to children, schools, and communities thriving! I learn so much from our collaboration. Thank you, Team!
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