Socio-emotional Toolkit

In this area of the website are a number of practical tools to assist educators to develop a deeper understanding of the socio-emotional aspects of learning, both for themselves and for their students. There are lists of strategies for strengthening relationships, for communicating effectively, for enhancing school services and for maintaining teachers’ well-being. In addition, professional learning materials prepared by an educational psychologist with a specialization in trauma-informed practice are being made available here.

Building Connections to Support Social and Emotional Development
Key Messages of Safety and Caring
Cues and Strategies: Fear and What We Can Do
Loss, Grief, Stress and Trauma: An Introduction
Enhanced On-Site Activities
Tips for Communicating: Meeting with Parents
Calming Repertoire: Teacher Inventory
Early Warning Stress Systems: Teacher Inventory
Trigger Thoughts and Antidotes: Teacher Self-Care
When to Refer for Counselling

Putting Social Emotional Supports into Place

Sample Threats Sample Triggers

Somatosensory Softening the Brain for Learning

Links: Resources
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