SEL Micro-Training: De-escalation
Virtual TrainingChildren, like adults, have emotional emergencies—they just look different from ours. Using a child-first, relationship-centered mindset, this module teaches us that strong behaviors are no mystery, and that all feelings make sense. In this workshop, discover …
Memorial Day
A US federal holiday for mourning the men and women who fought and died while serving in the US armed forces.
Shavuot
Jewish celebration of Moses' descent from Mt Sinai with the ten commandments.
Eid al-Adha
Islamic Ritual of Sacrifice. The day after Arafat, the most important day in Hajj ritural. A three-day festival recalling Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah.
Networking Session
Online ForumThrough our conversations with the field, we’ve heard a strong desire for more opportunities to collaborate and connect with other afterschool professionals. In response, we’re excited to offer virtual networking sessions for directors and site coordinators. At this session, you will choose one of the following discussion topics to explore in small groups: After the breakout discussions,... Read more »
SEL Micro-Training: Purposeful Pause
Virtual TrainingHave you ever found yourself showing up in a way that is less than your best? You may be extra reactionary with the youth in your program. You snap at your co-workers. The voice in your head screams "I'm DONE! What if you could learn to PAUSE before getting to this point? When we learn this invaluable... Read more »
Training: SEL-Based Opening Circles in Summer Camp
Virtual TrainingThis training expands upon the evidence and research supporting the practice of a daily circle in summer camp programming. Participants will learn about how to incorporate SEL into opening circle structure, why these few minutes are so important for setting the tone for the rest of the day, and how to build consistency in your... Read more »
Training: Youth Mental Health First Aid
Virtual TrainingYouth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 12-18) who may be developing a mental... Read more »
SEL Micro-Training: Reaction to Response
Virtual TrainingWe all have emotional hot buttons that cause us to show up as less than our best. Once we see and recognize these triggers, we can regain control over them. One important part of the process is to understand what sets us off. When we add clear action steps for what to do in these... Read more »
Juneteenth
A US federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth marks the anniversary of the announcement of General Order No. 3 by Union Army General Gordon Granger on June 19, 1865, proclaiming freedom for slaves in Texas.