SEL Chat: Social and Emotional Learning
52 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Come chat with us about social and emotional learning. We have our 5 Minute Takeaway sessions that include actionable items, our longer webinar sessions with in-depth information, and guest speakers joining us too! Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @selchatpodcast. This podcast is hosted and presented by Aperture Education, LLC.
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Being a "Social Spy" with Caroline Maguire I Webinar Replay
October 19, 2022 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBResearch shows that SEL programming can have positive impacts on school climate by enhancing academic, emotional, and social benefits for students. In addition, SEL is a critical factor to life-long success as it is an important component of employment stability. Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., PCC, joined us for this webinar replay explaining her "Social Spy" methodology and how you can encourage students to practice social spying. Resources: 2022 SEL Vision Summit (use code "SELChat22" for 50% ...
Expanding on "Relationships First"
October 03, 2022 20:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this episode, Taylor explains what Relationship Skills are and why they are so important. She then dives into how you can use your strong foundation of Relationship Skills to strengthen the development of other social and emotional skills. Resources: 2022 Student Success Guide Chronic Absenteeism White Paper 2022 SEL Vision Summit (use code "SELChat22" for 50% off your ticket!)
SEL Chat: Voices From the Field: Dr. Krista Leh Webinar Replay
September 09, 2022 09:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBWhen addressed comprehensively throughout the school program, social and emotional learning (SEL) has proven to have beneficial effects on student attitudes toward learning, behavior within school settings, and academic achievement. Thankfully, educators have fully embraced the importance of SEL over these past two years for themselves and their students. The question becomes: How can educators maintain a clear, unwavering focus on SEL so it becomes a part of the school culture? Listen to ...
SEL Chat: Putting Educators First
August 31, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBEducator SEL is foundational to building a common language with students around social and emotional skills. It also plays an important role in educator well-being, burnout reduction, and improved school climate. Join us and Dr. Shardai Brown for this episode where we discuss making educator SEL authentic and impactful. Resources: 2022 SEL Vision Summit (use code "SELChat22" for 50% off your ticket!) 2022 Back-to-School Guide Aperture's Educator SEL Program Aperture's Upcoming Events
SEL Chat: 2022 SEL Vision Summit: Leading a Legacy Spotlight
August 17, 2022 18:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBIn today's episode, we're joined by Kyla Coram, Marketing Events Manager, at Aperture Education. She shares more about Aperture's virtual SEL Vision Summit coming up on Thursday, November 3. She gives us a sneak peek at the session tracks, the session speakers, and what audience members can expect from the day! Use https://tinyurl.com/SELCHAT22 to buy your Summit ticket. Listeners can use code "SELChat22" for 50% off their ticket price! Questions about the event? Email Kyla at kcoram@aper...
SEL Chat: Social and Emotional Skills Are Foundational to Academic Achievement
July 27, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBAre you looking for a better understanding of the role social and emotional skills play in college-and-career readiness? On this episode of SEL Chat we interview school psychologist Dr. Lisa Micou about her experience as a school psychologist in two different states. She shares her perspective on the role SEL plays in students' ability to advocate for themselves, achieve their goals, and thrive in the post-K-12 world. Resources: Aperture Education ROI of SEL Guide CASEL: Preparing Yout...
SEL Chat: Voices From the Field: Elyssa Kotler, SEL Specialist Webinar Replay
June 30, 2022 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBHave you wondered how to implement social and emotional learning (SEL) specialist positions at your school? Are you looking for a sneak peek of SEL in action before you start the fall? SEL Specialist Elyssa Kotler shares more about her role in this webinar replay. She shares SEL activities, resources, and answers questions from the audience. Resources: Webinar Replay Video Downloadable Resource List Aperture Education SELChat
Foster Care & SEL: What to Know
June 09, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this episode, Taylor talks with Kristina and Alyssa, two foster parents on the east coast. They each share their unique experiences with fostering and how social and emotional learning has not only played a role in how they've parented but how they've grown their own skillset. Resources used in today's episode: About Foster Care Awareness Month Foster Care Support Organizations Aperture Education SELChat
Test Stress Be Gone: Leveraging SEL to Boost Confidence During Testing
April 20, 2022 19:00 - 11 minutes - 8.19 MBIn this episode Taylor reflects on her own experiences with standardized testing and ideas you can use to reduce students' stress and boost their confidence! Resources used in today's episode: Move This World Mindfulness Strategies How to Destress for Standardized Tests Scholastic Parent Resource on Test Tips Edmentum Blog Post Aperture Education SELChat
SEL Chat: How Are You Doing with Your New Year's Resolutions?
April 01, 2022 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.44 MBIn this episode Taylor reflects on some statistics about New Year's Resolutions and offers goal setting best practices that we can implement to make sure we stay on track to reach our goals! Resources used in today's episode: New Year’s Resolution Statistics How to Change, Katy Milkman The Big Leap, Gay Hendricks Atomic Habits, James Clear Happiness Lab, Laurie Santos Mindset, Carol Dweck Feeling Good, David D. Burns Reasoned Action Theory Goal-Directed Behavior Workshop A...
#SELDay: Social Awareness
March 11, 2022 19:00 - 5 minutes - 3.84 MBIn the fifth episode of our five-part miniseries on the CASEL 5 Taylor discusses Social Awareness. SEL Chat is a podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices in the social and emotional learning field. Links from today's episode: SEL Day Website SEL4US Website The Urban Assembly Website Aperture Education Overview Aperture Education SELChat Social Awareness Workshop
#SELDay: Relationship Skills
March 11, 2022 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.21 MBIn the fourth episode of our five-part miniseries on the CASEL 5 Taylor discusses Social Awareness. SEL Chat is a podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices in the social and emotional learning field. Links from today's episode: SEL Day Website SEL4US Website The Urban Assembly Website Aperture Education Overview Aperture Education SELChat Relationship Skills Workshop
#SELDay: Responsible Decision-Making
March 11, 2022 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.29 MBIn the third episode of our five-part miniseries on the CASEL 5 Taylor discusses Responsible Decision-Making. SEL Chat is a podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices in the social and emotional learning field. Links from today's episode: SEL Day Website SEL4US Website The Urban Assembly Website Aperture Education Overview Aperture Education SELChat Decision Making Workshop
#SELDay: Self-Management
March 11, 2022 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.8 MBIn the second episode of our five-part miniseries on the CASEL 5 Emily discusses Self-Management. SEL Chat is a podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices in the social and emotional learning field. Links from today's episode: SEL Day Website SEL4US Website The Urban Assembly Website Aperture Education Overview Aperture Education SELChat Self-Management Workshop
#SELDay: Self-Awareness
March 11, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.55 MBIn the first episode of our five-part miniseries on the CASEL 5 Taylor discusses Self-Awareness. SEL Chat is a podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices in the social and emotional learning field. Links from today's episode: SEL Day Website SEL4US Website The Urban Assembly Website Aperture Education Overview Aperture Education SELChat Self-Awareness Workshop
SEL Chat: #SELDay: Finding Common Ground, Pursuing Common Good
February 25, 2022 11:00 - 4 minutes - 2.89 MBIn this episode Taylor shares more about #SELDay and how you can get involved! SEL Chat is a podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices in the social and emotional learning field and we look forward to being a part of SEL Day on March 11. Links from today's episode: SEL Day Website SEL4US Website The Urban Assembly Website Aperture Education Overview Aperture Education SELChat
SEL Chat 1 Hour Replay: A Fireside Chat with Brandon Frame
January 14, 2022 21:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBJoin Brandon Frame of The Urban Assembly in this webinar replay as he answers questions related to scaling your social and emotional learning (SEL) program, measuring the impact of SEL, and implementing SEL in any setting. Here are some links to check out: Video/Webinar The Urban Assembly Aperture Education Overview Aperture Education SELChat
Inside SEL Interview: with Elizabeth Sims
October 21, 2021 17:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this episode we sit down with Elizabeth Sims to discuss what she's heard while at two statewide school counselor conferences. Elizabeth gives us insight into what's top-of-mind for counselors right now and how SEL is helping to support them in problem solving. Links from today's episode: The ROI of SEL SEL Chat SEL Chat Twitter SEL Chat Instagram
SELChat: SEL Vision Summit: Level Up Your SEL
May 15, 2021 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.39 MBIn this episode you will learn all about Aperture Education's virtual SEL Vision Summit: Level Up Your SEL on May 20th, 2021! Get a discounted ticket using code SELChat at check out! Links: SEL Vision Summit: Use code SELChat Aperture Education
SEL Chat Interview: Melissa Sollom
April 12, 2021 12:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBDr. Melissa Sollom joins us to discuss social and emotional learning from top to bottom with her experience as a Ph.D. Psychologist, MA School Counselor, and MS Psychology. Not only is she well educated, Melissa is currently her district's SEL coordinator, meaning she not only understands the science behind why social and emotional competence is important but is putting it in place across her district. Listen in now! Links from today's episode: Pro SEL Consulting SEL Vision Level Up Your ...
SEL Chat 5 Minute Takeaway: Near-Peer Mentors
January 19, 2021 13:00 - 4 minutes - 2.79 MBListen in on how one organization, City Year, uses near-peer mentors to encourage, relate, and support students. Quotes are hard to hear in a Podcast. So here is Lisa Klane, City Year's National Manager of Student Engagement Initiatives, quote: “There is a very important connection point between the work we do and using the DESSA.” Links from today's episode: City Year's Practitioner and Policymaker Guide Webinar on City Year and Near-Peer Mentors City Year Aperture Education's DES...
SEL Chat Special Edition: International SEL Day
January 04, 2021 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.13 MBMark your calendars for International SEL Day on March 26, 2021! The second year of International SEL Day will be better than before, striving to surpass the 2 million posts made in the inaugural year. Can we, the SEL Chat Podcast community, pledge ourselves to help them meet their goal? Find out more at selday.org and be sure to let them know we sent you! #SELChatPodcast for #SELDAY Here are some helpful links: selday.org SELChat.com
SEL Chat: Special Edition Grant Alert
November 16, 2020 13:00 - 2 minutes - 1.86 MBTune in for a quick grant alert! The COVID-19 Student Support Recovery Grant is open to all schools, both public and private. Receive up to $50,000 in funds focusing on implementing telehealth for children impacted by school closures due to COVID-19. Find out more detailed information from the links below. Links from today's episode: COVID-19 Student Support Recovery Grant Grant Worksheet provided by Aperture Education Grant Calculations Worksheet provided by Aperture Education SELCha...
SEL Chat: Interview with Lisa-Anne Williams
November 02, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBLisa-Anne Williams from Aperture Education joins us to discuss how being a parent to four kids tackling virtual learning while tackling SEL as a former educator is going. Spoiler: it's going well! Lisa-Anne has some great tips and tricks, though admits there is no secret sauce for everyone. Links from today's episode: Aperture Education EdSERT SELChat
SEL Chat 1 Hour: Utilizing Second Step in an Out of School Time Program
October 12, 2020 12:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBBuckle up! This 1-hour presentation is hosted by Devereux Center for Effective Schools speaks about how to utilize the Second Step program in an out of school time program. Here are some links to check out: Devereux Center for Effective Schools Second Step DESSA Second Step Edition Aperture Education
SEL Chat Interview: Rob Gallo
September 14, 2020 12:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBRob Gallo of Join the Community joins us today for an excellent interview. Rob's background in experiential learning brings a new light to social and emotional learning. I think his approach will help bring your SEL program new enthusiasm. Did you do our challenge? Let us know here! Links from today's episode: Join the Community SEL Chat Aperture Education's 2020 Back to School Guide Educator SEL Aperture Education Social-Emotional Learning company focused on the whole child in a...
SEL Chat 5 Minute Takeaway: Building Resiliency During Uncertain Times With SEL
August 31, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.34 MBHi! Resiliency is so important this back to school season. Are you ready? Let's break down CASEL's 5 competencies to discover ways to build resiliency so you and your students are ready. Here are the links I've promised! Read the article in its entirety here Article on stress management Article on Self-Care EdSERT information
SEL Chat 5 Minute Takeaway: 7 Ways to Provide SEL Support to Students and Families Learning Remotely
August 10, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.13 MBWow, this is an episode loaded with helpful links! This back to school time looks different from previous years, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't or can't help our student's SEL skills. Here are the links from today's article: Share a sample routine Common Sense Media's Ultimate Guide to Zoom Common Sense Media's Ultimate Guide to Google Classroom 10 Ways to Help Student's Manage Stress 10 Ways to Help Educator's Manage Stress Aperture Education's Parent Portal Aperture Ed...
SEL Chat Interview: John Price on Back to School
July 27, 2020 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBWe welcome John Price back on today! We had a great chat about what back to school looks like for his home state and what he's hearing from other states he works with. Links from today's episode SEL at Home California districts brace for online back-to-school How to Teach SEL When Student's Aren't in School SEL Chat Story SEL Chat
SEL Chat Special Edition: Webinar Replay Promoting Educational Equity Through SEL Assessment
July 21, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBWe have a special edition of a webinar titled Promoting Educational Equity Through SEL Assessment today! This webinar was put on by Aperture Education and we hope you enjoy the audio version. If you're looking for the full replay, check out the link below! Promoting Educational Equity Through SEL Assessment Aperture Education SEL Chat Promoting Equity Through Social and Emotional Learning
SEL Chat 5 Minute Takeaway: "Evidence-Based" vs "Research-Based"
July 06, 2020 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.55 MBMany SEL organizations designate their programs as "Evidence-Based" or "Research-Based". Both have their benefits, but what exactly do they mean? Let's review the two scenarios to discover what is best for you and your SEL program. Links from today's episode: Read the article here Child Welfare Information Gateway. Evidence-Based Practice Definitions and Glossary. Hunsley, J., & Mash, E. J. (2007). Evidence-based assessment. Rev. Clin. Psychol., 3, 29-51 S. Department of Education (201...
SEL Chat 5 Minute Takeaway: "Evidence-Based" vs "Research-Based"
July 06, 2020 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.55 MBMany SEL organizations designate their programs as "Evidence-Based" or "Research-Based". Both have their benefits, but what exactly do they mean? Let's review the two scenarios to discover what is best for you and your SEL program. Links from today's episode: Read the article here Child Welfare Information Gateway. Evidence-Based Practice Definitions and Glossary. Hunsley, J., & Mash, E. J. (2007). Evidence-based assessment. Rev. Clin. Psychol., 3, 29-51 S. Department of Education (201...
SELChat 5 Minute Takeaway: 3 Ways SEL Can Support Trauma-Informed Practices
June 21, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.81 MBWhile not the easiest topic to have on the show, many of our students and educators are experiencing trauma right now. Here are a few ways to help students and staff work through the trauma with social emotional learning. Links from today's episode: Relationship Skills Research Self-Awareness Research Growth Mindset link Self-Management Evidence Trauma-Informed Practice Webinar SEL and School Safety Whitepaper
SEL Chat 5 Minute Takeaway: Tier 1 SEL Screening and Supports
June 15, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.91 MBIf you're looking for ways to support your entire school with tier 1 SEL supports, this is your podcast! We cover universal screeners and ways to ensure your SEL program is sustainable and systemic. Listen in! Links from today's episode: Devereux Student Strengths Assessment (DESSA) DESSA-Mini SEL Guide: Take Action on your SEL Data! Using SEL Assessments for Continuous Improvement: Part 1 – How to Effectively Use SEL Data Using SEL Assessments for Continuous Improvement: Part 2 — 8 Wa...
SEL Chat 5 Minute Takeaway: Tier 1 SEL Screening and Supports
June 15, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.91 MBIf you're looking for ways to support your entire school with tier 1 SEL supports, this is your podcast! We cover universal screeners and ways to ensure your SEL program is sustainable and systemic. Listen in! Links from today's episode: Devereux Student Strengths Assessment (DESSA) DESSA-Mini SEL Guide: Take Action on your SEL Data! Using SEL Assessments for Continuous Improvement: Part 1 – How to Effectively Use SEL Data Using SEL Assessments for Continuous Improvement: Part 2 — 8 Wa...
SELChat: Interview with Hans Appel
June 08, 2020 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBHans Appel joins us to discuss Social Emotional Learning, School Culture, and Character Development. Hans has so many great resources, be sure to find out more below! Resources from today: Award Winning Culture (Amazon Link) Award Winning Culture website Award Winning Culture Podcast Award Winning Culture Student Podcast Follow Hans on Twitter and Instagram SEL Chat website
SEL Chat Interview: Rachel Wagner
May 26, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBRachel Wagner joins us to discuss the FLIP IT! strategy. If you are an educator, parent, or human this technique is for you! Rachel breaks it down into four easy steps, creating a path to help challenging behavior in children (or adults!) in your life. Links from toady's episode: MoreFLIPIT.org FLIP IT! Transforming Challenging Behavior (book) FLIP IT! Online Course Devereux Center for Resilient Children
SEL Chat Interview: Susan Damico from the Devereux Center for Resilient Children
May 15, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBSusan Damico joins us today from the Devereux Center for Resilient Children to discuss resilience. Now, I recommend this episode for educators, parents, and students as there are so many great tips Susan gives! What is your favorite takeaway? I'd tell you mine but I don't want to spoil anything! Links from today's episode: Devereux Center for Resilient Children SEL at Home Weekly Video Tips 20 Years, 20 Questions, 20 Minutes Webinar Sign up for Devereux Center for Resilient Children's ...
SEL Chat 5 Minute Takeaway: 10 Activities to Destress
May 11, 2020 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.42 MBAlright, I went over the five minutes on this one. The 10 activities made me do it! Now, more than ever, we want to make sure our educators are taken care of. This is one small way we are showing our on-going support for you. Thank you, truly, for all that you do. Links from this episode: Read the article here Clinical Research about deep breathing Harvard Medical Scho0ol Exercise article Free Online Workouts Educator-based online support networks SEL Chat with Meaghan Dunham Epi...
SEL Chat 5 Minute Takeaway: 10 Activities to Destress
May 11, 2020 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.42 MBAlright, I went over the five minutes on this one. The 10 activities made me do it! Now, more than ever, we want to make sure our educators are taken care of. This is one small way we are showing our on-going support for you. Thank you, truly, for all that you do. Links from this episode: Read the article here Clinical Research about deep breathing Harvard Medical Scho0ol Exercise article Free Online Workouts Educator-based online support networks SEL Chat with Meaghan Dunham Epi...
SEL Chat: Special Edition Optimistic Thinking
May 04, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.67 MBThis Special Edition on Optimistic Thinking brings insight from fellow educators. While I don't have any specific links for you from the episode, we do discuss two other podcasts. Check them out below! Promoting Teacher Resilience Interview with Meaghan Dunham: Mindfulness Share your story with us here
SEL Chat: Interview with Sara VanderWel & The Character Tree
April 27, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.62 MBSara VanderWel, a Kindergarten teacher in Washington and Ms. Sara of The Character Tree, joins us to discuss how she brings Social and Emotional Learning and Character Development into her classroom. Her experience in K-2 brings insight to SEL Chat that I hope you all enjoy! Sara left us some links to enjoy as well. Here the are: Webinar with Maurice Elias (Date changed to May 7th) The Character Tree website Sara's blog on establishing student classroom ownership Sara's blog on success...
SEL Chat: 1 Hour Promoting Teacher Resilience with Paul LeBuffe
April 20, 2020 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBPaul LeBuffe, VP of Research and Development at Aperture Education presents on "Promoting Teacher Resilience" in this special recording of his live webinar. The full version of the presentation is well worth your time as well. We hope you enjoy the audio presentation! Here are the many wonderful links Paul discusses in the presentation: Session Replay Slide Deck Handout: Even If Optimistic Thinking Growth Strategy EdSERT Optimistic Thinking Guide "Keepers of the Flame" video "What ...
SEL Chat: 5 minute Takeaway: SEL and Preventative Mental Health: Fast Facts and Ideas for Maximizing Supports
April 13, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.53 MBInterested in learning the difference between social and emotional learning and preventative mental health? Great! Here are a few FAQ's we hear that may help you plan your SEL plan. We also touch on ways to combine your mental health and SEL plans to impact your entire program's student population. Let us know if something works for you! Links from today's episode: Read this article in its entirety here Illinois State Board of Education's SEL Guidelines Preventative Mental Health Webina...
SEL Chat: 5 Minute Takeaway: Strategies to Support Social-Emotional Wellness During Uncertain Times
April 06, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 4.01 MBHere are some links to check out from today's podcast: Click here to read the article in it's entirety Aperture Education's Resource Page for SEL Positive Thinking Research Mayo Clinic's ways to reduce stress through Positive Thinking 7 Ways to Practice Mindfulness Talking Tips for Parents
SEL Chat: Interview with Meaghan Dunham
March 30, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBMeaghan Dunham, certified Mindfulness and Yoga instructor, joins us to discuss mindfulness in the transition to working from home. Links from today's chat: Aperture Education SEL Chat Two mindfulness websites: Shine Insight Timers
SELChat: Interview with John Price
March 30, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBJohn Price joins us to chat about the Ohio Mental Health & Social Emotional Learning Summit. Here's a link for the summit to see where John was. Here is Aperture Education's website. Here is information about the DESSA. Here is the link to Aperture's Optimistic Thinking Educator Guide (EdSERT) Don't forget our website! Share your story here!
SEL Chat: International SEL Day Special Edition Episode
March 27, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.25 MBHave you heard the news? Today is International SEL Day! The Urban Assembly and SEL4US have started this initiative to bring communities together to support the importance of Social-Emotional Learning. In this special edition podcast we chat about what events #SELDay have put together. Tune in then sign up for all the events! Event links here: SELday website Move This World "Generating Buy-In for SEL" Webinar 10:00AM EST Facebook & Twitter LIVE #SELDay podcast with Imagine Neighborhood...
SEL Chat: 5 Minute Takeaway: 6 Ways SEL Boosts College and Career Readiness
March 23, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.72 MBHere are all the great links in our podcast today: Research on school's not doing enough to help students succeed after high school. Article on how SEL has been shown to improve academic performance. Self-Efficacy strategies to incorporate into your teaching. Teamwork games to try. Decision-making classroom activities. Organization routines for students. Effective Communication TEDtalk. Goal-setting tips. Aperture Education's white paper: SEL and College and Career Readiness: A P...
SEL Chat: 1 Hour Get Creative with Social and Emotional Learning Funding
March 19, 2020 13:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBDr Paula Love joins us in an hour long discussion about funding your social-emotional learning (SEL) journey. Get creative, review both national and local sources, and look interdepartmentally for funding success. Here are links from today's session: Dr. Paula Love's RFPMatch website Dr. Paula Love's "Get Creative with SEL Funding" Webinar Replay Here's a copy of the webinar's slide deck Funding Flash Handout Aperture's Funding Resource Handout Get a certificate of attendance (PD) he...