Since 1979, we've championed educating the whole child through policy, advocacy, and SEL-centric programs that reach over 24.4 million children each year.
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18 Apr 2024
Second Step researcher Karen Thierry, Ph.D. shares critical insights on overcoming barriers to implementing social-emotional learning in schools in this piece by @EducationWeek. ow.ly/yqiR50RiHn7
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15 Mar 2024
Join us on this episode of the Grow Kinder podcast as we sit down with Dr. Stephanie Hull, the incredible president and CEO of Girls Inc. 💪 She's all about inspiring every girl to embrace their strength, intelligence, and boldness. 🚀
Full episode: ow.ly/Ere950QTVQQ
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2 May 2023
Our kids can’t wait. Prioritizing #PrimaryPreventionFirst is a wise investment to help all kids develop basic life skills needed for school and life. Urge your lawmakers to support at p2a.co/Q9NT6WY
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1 May 2023
Thank you, school principals, for all that you do to support children's social-emotional learning! #SchoolPrincipalsDay #ThankAPrincipal #EducationLeaders youtube.com/watch?v=xUEe5SZ1…
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7 Apr 2023
Nothing is more important than ensuring that children are healthy, safe, and celebrated in healthy, safe, and loving communities. That’s something each child deserves this #WorldHealthDay and every day. #HealthForAll #WHO75
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11 Apr 2023
April is #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth. If you’re looking for resources in celebration, these children’s books by Arab American authors may be a good place to start! pbs.org/parents/thrive/child…
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13 Apr 2023
Teaching is one of the most stressful jobs around. We need to prioritize educator well-being and #StressAwarenessMonth is a great time to start. Learn how social-emotional learning can help. secondstep.org/social-emotio…
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18 Apr 2023
When I first learned about #childsafety, I was surprised that it’s recommended to start age-appropriate conversations about personal safety as soon as kids start naming body parts. Learn more in this guide: cfchildren.org/wp-content/up…
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Committee for Children retweeted
22 Apr 2023
Every #EarthDay, I’m reminded of how our community extends beyond just our neighborhoods. We are part of a global community and we all have a part to play in ensuring community health and happiness. Learn more about our work around the world. youtube.com/watch?v=5iFoAIgJ…
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Committee for Children retweeted
26 Apr 2023
Don’t forget to nominate an outstanding @2ndStepProgram educator to our Educator of the Year Awards! Nominations close May 12. secondstep.org/eya23
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Committee for Children retweeted
1 May 2023
Nominations close for the #SecondStep Educator of the Year awards on May 12!
We’re celebrating the work of educators who are making a difference in kids’ lives with Second Step programs.
Winners will each receive a $500 honorarium and recognition in a showcase event.
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Committee for Children retweeted
27 Apr 2023
Jennifer Sanderlin, education partnerships manager for @cfchildren, has spent her career seeking proactive solutions to society’s deepest problems.
“The work is limitless,” she says. “The potential is great. And that’s why I love doing this work.”
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Committee for Children retweeted
25 Apr 2023
Check this out! For #ChildAbusePreventionMonth @ParentMap spoke with @cfchildren's Dr. Tia Kim on why teaching kids how to recognize trusted adults is essential.
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Committee for Children retweeted
3 Apr 2023
In 1979, @cfchildren was founded to help keep kids safe from sexual abuse. Every April during #ChildAbusePreventionMonth, I honor those origins and reflect on ways we can advance our vision of safe children, thriving in a just and peaceful world. youtube.com/watch?v=ierpBC_c…
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Committee for Children retweeted
3 Apr 2023
April is National Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month. Child abuse and neglect are preventable, and all communities benefit when children and families are well supported.
Learn more at: preventchildabuse.org/buildi… #CAPMonth2023 #PreventioninPartnership #IamPrevention
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31 Mar 2023
RT @caselorg: Thank you, @cfchildren, for being a Lead Sponsor at this year's #SELExchange and for being a champion for the safety and well…
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Committee for Children retweeted
29 Mar 2023
Most parents say schools should prioritize social-emotional development and see social-emotional skills as connected to success in school and in life (source: bit.ly/3pKPcbK).
#SecondStep #SEL #SocialEmotionalLearning
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Committee for Children retweeted
28 Mar 2023
Learn how @cfchildren's VP of Product, Polly Stansell, views the role of families in supporting students' social-emotional learning (hint: they're incredibly important) in her new essay, featured in @The74
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28 Mar 2023
Families are a crucial part of implementing SEL in schools. Learn more in this op-ed in @The74 from our VP of Product Polly Stansell! @2ndStepProgram the74million.org/article/don…
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