Professional Development

Integrate SEL Programs & Practices

Frameworks’ engaging, interactive professional development workshops support schools and youth-serving organizations in integrating social and emotional learning (SEL) into their programs and practices.

Each workshop has clear objectives and offers user-friendly tips and tools so that participants leave empowered to apply SEL in their preK-12 contexts.

Workshops are tailored to meet your goals and can be held in person or virtually. Sessions can be held as one-time learning opportunities or as a series and can be used for continuing education units (CEUs) or professional development points (PDPs) with district approval.

In a 2019 teacher survey by Frameworks, the message was clear:
teachers want support on SEL.

“[It helps] being able to understand that SEL is for everyone. Knowing the fact that everyone does have emotions and it can be easier than I thought. In other words, it is possible.”

Teacher PD Participant

“I thought this was an excellent training! Very helpful. I'm excited to start implementing new ideas to improve myself.”

Teacher PD Participant

“I learned that… when we have a better understanding of our students, we’re better able to meet their needs socially and emotionally, which will only aid us in helping them be a more successful individual overall.”

Teacher PD Participant

“Always enjoy the information Frameworks presents and the supporting role the organization plays in promoting SEL for students, teachers, and families”

Guidance Counselor and PD Participant

“There is never enough of CBS [Community Building Sessions™]/SEL/Frameworks. I always seem to take away something new. Thanks again!”

Teacher PD Participant

Professional Development Workshops

Staying Connected through Relationships during COVID-19

LENGTH: 1 HOUR (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
This workshop offers information about the importance of social connectedness at all times, particularly during social distancing. Participants will gain creative, realistic strategies for nurturing their personal and professional relationships during this time and for helping their students do the same.

Foundational Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

LENGTH: 1.5 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
Through this engaging workshop focused on foundational concepts of SEL, educators will define SEL, explore the benefits of SEL, and gain tools and strategies for integrating SEL into their work.

Integrating SEL and Classroom Management

LENGTH: 1.5 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
This workshop supports educators in understanding the overlap between classroom management and SEL, guides them through self-reflecting on their current practices, and provides strategies for integrating SEL into everyday classroom management.

Understanding SEL and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

LENGTH: 1.5 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
Participants in this workshop will learn exactly what Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are and how they affect our students. Educators will leave with SEL and Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) strategies to support all students, including those navigating ACEs.

SEL and Educator Wellness

LENGTH: 1.5 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
This workshop focuses on the crucial and often overlooked topic of educator wellness. Participants will define what wellness for educators looks like, explore why educator wellness matters, and learn strategies for boosting their wellness and, in turn, that of their students.  

Classroom Discussions as an SEL Tool

LENGTH: 1.5 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
In this workshop, educators will explore ways to enhance their classroom discussions in any content area through the lens of SEL. Participants will learn and practice strategies that promote student voice, inclusion, and respect.

Integrating SEL and Academic Instruction

LENGTH: 1.5 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
This engaging workshop supports educators with integrating SEL into academic instruction in any content area. Participants will learn and practice strategies that promote social and emotional competencies and will plan applications to their individual contexts.

Navigating Academic Press and Expectations

LENGTH: 1.5 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
Participants in this workshop will learn how to balance using academic press and high expectations with making students feel safe and supported. Educators will gain tools and strategies for approaching academic rigor through an SEL lens for student wellness and success.

Cooperative Learning/Engagement Strategies and SEL

LENGTH: 1.5 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
In this workshop, educators will explore ways to use cooperative learning and engagement strategies to elevate their classroom climate and culture. Participants will learn and practice strategies that build social awareness and relationship skills as students work together toward collective goals.

Community Building Sessions™

LENGTH: 3 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
This workshop will explore foundational concepts of SEL and will guide educators through the SEL program Community Building Sessions™. Participants will learn and practice each component of the program, including mindfulness breathing, greetings, compliments, group activities, news, and transition breathing. Educators will leave with a Community Building Sessions™ manual with strategies for each component of the program.

SEL Professional Learning Communities

LENGTH: 1.5 HOURS (flexible)

DESCRIPTION:
Frameworks supports schools and partner organizations with the application of workshop content by facilitating Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), which focus on goal-setting and problem-solving.

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