by Jim & Lynea Gillen | Jul 7, 2019 | Social-Emotional Learning
Since last week’s Democratic Debate, so much attention has been paid to “winners” and “losers” and moments such as Kamala Harris’ rebuttal to Joe Biden, a rather important moment has gone overlooked. It came on the first night, after the topic shifted to the matter of...
by Jim & Lynea Gillen | Jan 27, 2019 | Social-Emotional Learning
There are those who think bringing social-emotional learning into the classroom is some sort of fad. Not so, asserts a new national commission report from the Aspen Institute. “The promotion of social, emotional, and academic learning…is the substance of education...
by Jim & Lynea Gillen | Nov 30, 2018 | Mindfulness, Social-Emotional Learning, Yoga Calm
It’s amazing to realize that, today, twice as many kids are doing yoga than just five years ago. According to the latest figures from the CDC, 8.4% of youth now practice yoga. Back in 2012, only 3% did. Meditation practices have increased more than five-fold. That’s...
by Lynea Gillen | Jun 17, 2018 | Social-Emotional Learning
One day when our granddaughter was five and we were driving home from school, she told me about a recent interaction she’d had with her baby sitter. “You know what I noticed, Grandma?” Anna asked. “What?” “I noticed that I was getting frustrated with her.” Great, I...
by Lynea Gillen | Apr 22, 2018 | Mindfulness, Social-Emotional Learning
Though most of my work these days is in continuing to grow Yoga Calm and running a family counseling practice, I still love going into the classroom. The kids inspire me, and being in the classroom helps keep me connected. Lately, I’ve especially enjoyed providing...
by Lisa | Jan 2, 2018 | Social-Emotional Learning, Yoga Calm
As third-grade teacher Stephanie Kennelly notes in her post below, reflection and goal-setting are important activities that even young children can learn. “Using mindful movement,” she adds, “helps facilitate these life lessons.” Our thanks to...
