The CARER Framework is a way of structuring supportive strategies using the science of stress and well-being. This framework is mindful of the sequential nature of processing in the brain and uses this knowledge to support the development of Well-being for All. 

Co-regulation is characterized by warm and responsive interactions which help a child to understand, express and modulate thoughts, feelings and behavior.

Self-regulation is the act of managing cognition and emotion to enable goal-directed actions such as organizing behavior, controlling impulses and solving problems constructively. It is the foundation of lifelong functioning. It can be taught with focused attention, support and practice.

Co-regulation always starts with a regulated adult.

What are your sensory preferences? What do you seek to regulate? What do you avoid? How do you get your sensory needs met during the school day? Adult Sensory Checklist

We all experience big feelings from time to time. But each of us may want different things to help us to cope. Identify those needs here Adult Emotional Regulation Plan and consider sharing with a colleague.

Once we can recognize our own sensory preferences, it is easier to see them in students. Here are some examples of seeking and avoiding behaviors and ideas for how you can support these needs. Sensory Seeking and Avoiding

Create an environment of safety using this Environmental Scan

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Stress and Trauma in Education: Come and join this drop-in community of practice group that will met virtually throughout the school year. We will discuss current effective strategies and practices to support mental health and well being in students, staff and parents/caregivers through a trauma sensitive lens. Have an opportunity to network with other educators who are doing this work. Please bring resources to share, discussion topics, questions and challenges to this informal virtual group.

Well-being For All Trainer Certification

Well-being for All is a curriculum that supports educators and students to improve their well-being using a trauma informed and inclusive perspective. Become a certified trainer and get the tools that you need to lead well-being work at your school! Register below or Contact us to bring this training to your area. 

Well-being in Education

October 11, 12 & 13

This series is for educators (Early childhood, K-12, and Post-Secondary) who are looking to create a school environment that promotes healing and well-being for all.

Session #1: Focus is on educator well-being. We will share strategies to promote compassion and resilience so that our educators can promote co-regulation with students.

Session #2: We will discuss using a equitable and inclusive lens to promote well-being for all within our schools.

Session #3: We will share strategies that support students to regulate, heal and grow in their school setting.

Join us for this interactive and informative virtual training series.

Register now and receive a 20% discount using code: Regulation