Ending the Generational Cycle of Homelessness with Conscious Discipline

Posted on July 10, 2023 by Ashley Guthrie

“It only takes one invested adult to change the entire trajectory of a child’s life.” Vine Maple Place holds this phrase as the cornerstone of their mission and has...

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SEL as a Lever for Equity: 5-Part Webinar Series from CASEL

SEL as a Lever for Equity: 5-Part Webinar Series from CASEL

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Conscious Discipline

The Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL) launched a five-part webinar series titled SEL as a Lever for Equity. The series focuses on prioritizing equity and racial...

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Raising Antiracist Kids: 9 Steps from Ibram X. Kendi

Raising Antiracist Kids: 9 Steps from Ibram X. Kendi

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The Black Lives Matter movement has highlighted the importance of proactively raising children who understand racism, discrimination, and what it means to be anti-racist. Families of all backgrounds have...

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21 Anti-Racism Videos to Share with Children

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If you’re looking for a starting point for conversations about anti-racism with your children or students, WeAreTeachers has put together a helpful library of 21 videos on anti-racism. Some...

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Conscious Discipline 20 Years

Supporting Racial Equity: Essential Next Steps for Conscious Discipline

Posted on July 29, 2020 by Becky Bailey

Recently we shared a public statement about racism, injustice and inequity and outlined our organizational commitment. This follow-up message is the first of many public updates we will provide...

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Uplifting Youth Through Healthy Communication About Race

Creating the Space to Talk About Race in Your School

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Conscious Discipline

Discussions of racism and race typically are not part of school culture or curriculum. The National Education Association suggests that this is because “racism is so complex and contentious,...

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The Importance of Healthy Communication About Race Within Families

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For parents, discussions about race and racism can be challenging. Still, it’s important to have conversations about this critical topic. The American Psychological Association (APA) explains that when you...

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