Teaching Advice
How to Foster a Peaceful School Environment
The Power of Multi-Year Social Aggression and Conflict Resolution InitiativesEducators and administrators have the shared responsibility of creating a school environment that fosters not only academic growth but also emotional and social well-being. Social aggression...
Nurturing Social Harmony: The Benefits of Restorative Practices in Education for Addressing Social Aggression
In today's interconnected world, fostering positive social relationships and addressing social aggression have become critical concerns in educational settings. The traditional punitive approaches to discipline often fail to address the root causes of aggressive...
Why Anti-Bullying Programs Are Ineffective
Bullying is a pervasive problem in many schools and communities around the world. The harmful effects of bullying can last a lifetime, leading to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, and even suicide. For this reason, many schools have implemented...
Saying “Bullying” is Like Pulling a Fire Alarm
The Unintended Consequences of "Bullying" If you ever had someone pull the fire alarm, you know the panic that erupts. I remember that some kids at my high school thought it would be funny to pull the fire alarm as a prank. The staff was not amused. While the students...
Can Bystanders Stop Bullying?
How to Intervene When Others are MeanThe role of the witness or bystander to aggression, is one that's often called into question. Research shows that those who intervene can often stop mean behavior in the moment. If this is true, what lengths should children go to...
Educators, How Can We Best Care for You?
Tips for Boosting Staff Morale and Wellness It's no secret that it's been a tough year. Burn out is at an all time high for educators. Instead of assuming what teachers need, I reached out to large groups of educators and social media and asked. My question......
School Culture and Commitment
The Impact of Commitment and Consistency in Education Being Committed to the Right Thing Consistency is the key to behavioral change. Consistency with the right things will help you succeed. Consistency with the wrong thing - obviously is bad. Many schools fall...
Virtual School Assemblies Help Students Overcome Challenges
Youth Motivational Speaker Teaches Students Resiliency and Coping SkillsNew Challenges for Students It's no surprise that 2020 has been a tough year for all of us. But when it comes to students who are having their school years disrupted due to COVID-19, it can...
Social & Emotional Learning without the Planning
Plug and Play Lessons for On-Campus & At-Home Learning.When you consider all of the challenges this school year, teachers and counselors are in need of simple ways to engage students. During COVID-19 it's especially important that we teach social and emotional...