Social Emotional Learning Archives

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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Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo connects with an attendee on stage. The Conscious Discipline Brain State Model banners are displayed on stage: Executive State (Problem Solving, green), Emotional State (Connection, blue), and the Survival State (Safety, red).

Conscious Discipline Receives CASEL’s Sought After SELect Program Designation

Posted on June 5, 2020 by Conscious Discipline

(JUNE 2020) Conscious Discipline has been selected for inclusion in CASEL’s Guide to Effective Social and Emotional Learning Programs, recognizing Conscious Discipline as a leader in impactful social and...

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Active Calming Through the Ages

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo

My name is Hannah. I am 19 years old and in my sophomore year of college. My brother, Daniel, is 15 years old and in his freshman year of...

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Conscious Discipline Research-Based SEL Parent Education Curriculum

Conscious Discipline’s Parent Education Curriculum Designated Research-Based SEL

Posted on February 10, 2020 by Ashley Cullins

(FEBRUARY 2020) The Conscious Discipline Parent Education Curriculum (CD PEC) has been designated “research-based” by a team of independent reviewers. The new designation is listed in the Office of...

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Coaching Children Through Upset: Lessons from a Purple Crayon

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Jessica Flowers

Conscious Discipline is a lifelong practice and an ongoing journey. I’ve been a Certified Instructor for a decade, and I’m still learning valuable lessons about myself and my interactions...

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Elementary Special Education Teacher and CD Practitioner Baxter O’Brien Honored

Posted on November 30, 2019 by Ashley Cullins

(November 2019) Baxter O’Brien of Langley Elementary School Awarded the Rubenstein Award for Highly Effective Teaching Baxter O’Brien, a 3rd-5th grade special education teacher at Langley Elementary School in...

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Conscious Discipline E-Course Wins 2020 Teachers’ Choice Professional Development Award

Posted on September 20, 2019 by Ashley Cullins

Conscious Discipline: Building Resilient Schools and Homes 10-Session Online Course with Dr. Becky A. Bailey wins award from Learning Magazine Orlando, Fla. (September 20, 2019) The Conscious Discipline Online Course...

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