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Nurturing a Growth Mindset in Children

While a growth mindset implies the possibility of ongoing improvement, it does not suggest that there are no limitations on what a person can achieve. Not every child has it in them to become the next Einstein, even if they work very hard. But what this view does imply is that with engagement and effort and sufficient support, all kids can continue to grow and learn and get smarter in a wide range of areas. Just how far any young person can go is unknowable.

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June 20, 2023

Step 3: Data-Driven Systems for Mental Health Programs in Schools

Mental health in schools is a domain where the capture of progress monitoring data has traditionally lagged, with qualitative descriptions of student progress being more common than quantitative measures.
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June 27, 2024

Step 4 – Building Mental Health Awareness in Schools

As the youth mental health crisis rages on, educators and policymakers must take quick and definitive steps to raise awareness of mental health issues in our schools, our homes, and our communities.

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October 31, 2024

Supporting Academic Success and Mental Health of Newcomers

Among the many challenges faced by educators is the changing demographics of American classrooms given the increasing number of newcomers who require specialized support to succeed academically and to be mentally healthy.
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October 24, 2024

Inclusion in Schools: A Benefit For All Students

Most everyone would agree that education is an important key to opportunity and better life outcomes. No matter where a child comes from or what abilities they start with, education can give them the tools to grow and flourish and to reach their full potential. Yet not all young people have had the same access to education or opportunities to learn.
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October 17, 2024

De-Escalation Techniques: Calming Concerned Parents and Caregivers

Despite the vital role that teachers play in our students’ lives there is not a parent or caregiver anywhere who hasn’t “lost their cool” to varying degrees with a teacher at some point in their child’s education.
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October 10, 2024

Rethinking Suspensions: Restorative Justice, PBIS and More

Beginning in the 1970s, the number of suspensions began to rise at all grade levels, especially among certain groups, such as Black and disabled students. In recent years, many in education have questioned the value of relying too heavily on exclusionary practices, and increasingly schools have been looking for alternatives to suspension.
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October 3, 2024

Differentiating ADHD Behaviors From Other Problem Behaviors

In the recent past individuals might not have been diagnosed with ADHD until adulthood, but now it seems that many educators and parents are quick to attribute a student’s problem behavior to ADHD.
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September 26, 2024

Sustaining Mental Health Programs in Schools: A Guide to Post-ESSER Funding

In the midst of the ongoing youth mental health crisis the expiration of ESSER funds presents a significant challenge for school superintendents tasked with maintaining the momentum of their mental health programs.
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