Restorative Practices: "An emerging social science that studies how to strengthen relationships between individuals as well as social connections within communities. The purpose or restorative practices is to build healthy communities, increase social capital, decrease crime and antisocial behavior, repair harm and restore relationships (Reference: International Institute of Restorative Practices)." iirp.edu
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SEL 3 Signature Practices Playbook These three signature practices can help integrate SEL practices into any meeting to promote community-building and deeper engagement. |
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SEL 3 Signature Practices Playbook The 3 Signature Practices are simple ways that teachers can begin building the foundation for SEL in their classrooms from day one. |
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This tool asks teams to identify the programs, practices, and strategies that are currently in use while also taking note of things that the team hopes to improve. |
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SEL Integrated Lesson Planning Checklist This tool helps teachers identify where within lesson plans SEL practices are already present, or where they might be included. |
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SEL Integrated Sample Lesson Plans (OST) This tool (OST version) helps educators identify where within lesson plans SEL practices are already present, or where they might be included. |
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SEL-integrated Lesson or Activity Planning Checklist (OST) This tool (OST version) helps educators identify where within lesson or activity plans SEL practices are already present, or where they might be included. |
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Needs and Resources Inventory (OST) This tool asks teams to identify the programs, practices, and strategies that are currently in use while also taking note of things that the SEL team hopes to improve. |
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SEL Integrated Sample Lesson Plans This tool helps teachers identify where within lesson plans SEL practices are already present, or where they might be included. |
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Reflecting on School Discipline and SEL Alignment Reflect on your school’s discipline policies, procedures, practices, and mindsets. Create alignment between your discipline approach and your SEL vision. |
Integrating SEL into Staff and Grade-Level Meetings
SEL practices help improve collaboration and can be embedded into any meeting where staff comes together to help build collaboration. Practices may include intentional opportunities to connect personally, interact in meaningful ways, share appreciations, or take time for reflection.