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Supporting, Connecting, and Empowering Schools
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SSN Monthly Meeting Updates
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Photo from September Morris County SSN Meeting
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Morris County SSN Meeting on September 25, 2019
It was wonderful how many familiar faces and new faces joined us at the Morris County SSN on September 25th to launch the year. Thank you to all who shared the great things happening in your schools at our modified 'spotlight school' segment - it is always inspirational! And a huge thank you to Kelly Allen from the New Jersey Department of Education (DoE) who was able to 'Zoom' into the meeting to share the exciting updates at the DoE in the realm of school climate and SEL in particular.
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Photo from October Warren County SSN Meeting
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Warren County SSN Meeting on October 1, 2019
We launched the 2019/2020 SSN season in Warren County with the largest turn-out ever! Thank you to everyone who shared the great work being done in their schools.
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SEL4NJ
- SEL4NJ is a grassroots movement that brings together institutions, organizations and community members to form one strong voice advocating for SEL. Please join us!
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SELinSchools.org
- The Academy for SEL in Schools, a partnership between Rutgers University and the College of Saint Elizabeth, offers certificate programs for educators and educational leaders in social-emotional and character development. All graduates have access to a professional learning community comprised of professionals who are championing SEL in their schools, districts and communities.
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NJ Department of Education SEL
- The New Jersey Department of Education has been promoting social and emotional learning to enhance the building of positive school climates and the healthy development of young people. Check out their website for free resources, articles and lesson plans.
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Aspen Institute’s National Commission on Social Emotional and Academic Development
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From a Nation at Risk to a Nation at Hope
- On January 15, 2019, the Commission released its final report and accompanying recommendations. Drawing on input from more than 200 scientists, youth and parent groups, educators, and policymakers, the Commission’s final report, “From a Nation at Risk to a Nation at Hope,” seeks to accelerate and strengthen efforts to support the whole learner in local communities through recommendations for researchers, educators, and policymakers.
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Funding Opportunity: Sustainable Jersey Schools
- Sustainable Jersey for Schools is a certification program for New Jersey public schools that want to go green, conserve resources and take steps to create a brighter future, one school at a time. Grant funding is available for school climate actions. Deadline is October 31, 2019.
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If you are interested in having your school featured as a “Spotlight School” to share best practices at a future SSN Meeting, please email
Liz Warner
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Morris County
Time:
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
October 16, 2019
Strategies to Maximize Family Engagement in Your District
Presented By:
Patrick Fennell, Founder/President, Empowerment Solutions, LLC
November 13, 2019
Leading a School of Social-Emotional Competence and Character: Everyone's Job
Presented By:
Maurice J. Elias, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology, Rutgers University
Director, Rutgers Social-Emotional and Character Development Lab
Co-Director, Academy for Social-Emotional Learning in Schools
December 11, 2019
The Importance of Adult Social-Emotional Skills: The Foundation for a Thriving School Community
Presented By:
Patricia Heindel, Ph.D., Co-Director, School Culture and Climate Initiative
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Somerset County
Time: 9:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
December 4, 2019
The Importance of Adult Social-Emotional Skills: The Foundation for a Thriving School Community
Presented By:
Patricia Heindel, Ph.D., Co-Director, School Culture and Climate Initiative
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Sussex County
Time: 8:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
November 5, 2019
The Need for Coping Skills in an Age of Anxiety
Presented By:
Paul DePinto, Licensed Professional Counselor, Strength for Change, LLC
January 7, 2020
Secure Attachment and the Impact of Trauma in Schools: Challenges, Solutions and How We Get There
Presented By:
Teresa LaSala, Positive Discipline Author and Trainer, School Culture and Climate Specialist
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Warren County
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
December 3, 2019
The Importance of Adult Social-Emotional Skills: The Foundation for a Thriving School Community
Presented By:
Patricia Heindel, Ph.D., Co-Director, School Culture and Climate Initiative
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Bergen County
Location and time for all meetings:
TBD
February 6, 2020
Leading a School of Social-Emotional Competence and Character: Everyone's Job
Presented By:
Maurice J. Elias, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology, Rutgers University
Director, Rutgers Social-Emotional and Character Development Lab
Co-Director, Academy for Social-Emotional Learning in Schools
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egistration details will be available as soon as location and time are determined.
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Essex County
Coming in 2020!
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Morris County
Time for all meetings: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Save the Dates
January 15, 2020
February 12, 2020
March 18, 2020
April 22, 2020
May 20, 2020
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Somerset County
Time for all meetings: 9:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Save the Dates
February 5, 2020
April 1, 2020
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Sussex County
Time for all meetings: 8:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Save the Dates
March 3, 2020
May 5, 2020
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Warren County
Time for all meetings: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Save the Dates
February 4, 2020
April 7, 2020
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The School Culture and Climate Initiative is based at the Center for Human and Social Development at the College of Saint Elizabeth
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For questions about SSN meetings, contact Liz Warner
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For questions about or difficulty with registration, contact Leighann Garland
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