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Every independent school has its own unique culture, strengths, and areas for growth. Understanding how that context affects student well-being can help educators focus on whole-child growth. In response to concerns about student well-being, particularly in the wake of remote learning during the pandemic, ERB partnered with Character Lab to launch the Check-In Survey in 2021. This survey comprises 15 items, is easy to administer, and helps schools gauge students' emotional well-being, academic engagement, and sense of belonging in school environments. We're excited to introduce Mission-Aligned Modules for the Check-In Survey, which consist of prewritten items customized to a school’s mission. These modules enable educators to gather more personalized and relevant data insights that help document mission success. Discover how we are evolving the Check-In Survey to meet the unique needs of independent schools: https://buff.ly/3QiXc0N

The Startling Evidence on Learning Loss Is In https://lnkd.in/gPumVhSN

Today marks the start of #LearningDisabilityWeek! It can be difficult to manage your learning disability in an academic setting, especially if you’re new or it is a recent diagnosis. Daniel’s here to let you know you’re not alone and has plenty of tips and strategies to help. Read his full blog with helpful advice: https://ow.ly/Csmi50SjNQ6

If you're at SXSW EDU next week, make sure to stop by Small Magic's panel, featuring LENA's Rocy Gomez O'Keefe! Learn more about the science of early #braindevelopment, the importance of interactive talk, and how #Birmingham is working together to ensure every child shows up to #kindergarten ready to learn. https://lnkd.in/eZtSHaVU

It's not too late to register for this @RAISECenter webinar, happening March 18, to help folks "Think Higher. Think College." Dan Habib will be speaking with a panel of experts about ensuring students with ID have what they need to be successful in college. Register here: https://buff.ly/3Tc4zYK #ThinkHigher #ThinkCollege #ChangingExpectations #IncreasingOpportunity

Workshop 1 of this week's series is in the books. We met with a great group of (mostly) higher Ed faculty this morning to discuss a vision for adoption of experiential learning (PBL) and community service at the college and university level. The group identified community identity, breaking through silos, equity and social justice pedagogy and a loooonnnngg timeline as the significant components of a vision for how to foster a well and thriving community in Milwaukee. What might be both an aspirational and inspirational vision that exemplifies this? What if we invited students to answer the question: "What will it take to grow Milwaukee to a thriving, desirable 1M resident city to live and work in by the next centennial of its founding?" and followed that up with: "what will be your role in making that happen?" As educators we discussed common hopes and fears that might impact whether a vision such as this could successfully impact the way we teach, develop talent, instill empathy and how we effectively grow the involvement and support from every stakeholder group in the Milwaukee community. Over the next couple of weeks we'll be exploring some ideas for experimenting with community involvement, and we agreed to gather during Learn Deep's upcoming #STEMStudio design workshops to continue our exploration. Thank you to today's participants: Prof. Arijit Sen (UWM-History), Dr. Benjamin Trager (UWM-SET), Matt Marino (Nathan Hale), Kelsey Otero (Marquette-Community Engagement), John Horky, FAIA, Prof. Krisann Rehbein (UWM-SARUP), Dr. Joan N. Shapiro Beigh (UWM-Business), Dr. Andrea Ventola, PhD EIT (MSOE-CREATE). Next: we develop a vision for youth voice, mental health and learning culture that enables every learner to grow and blossom in Milwaukee. Interested in learning more or getting involved? ✔ sign up for our newsletter on the website (learndeep.org) ✔ Follow our Learn Deep Milwaukee page or our principals Pete Reynolds and Joost Allard ✔ Plan to join our '#STEMStudio' design workshops in late July. #visionforeducation #1MillionMKE #talentpipeline #experientiallearning #communityengagededucation

Hot off the press! 🗞️ Read our August newsletter and get the latest information on early learning content and events in Illinois. #Newsletter #IllinoisEarlyLearning

Do you remember when your parents asked you to find a study partner? It turns out, they had a point. Research confirms that learning in a group is more effective than learning alone. We added a new feature, similar to SnapChats’ “streaks”, that allows players to track how many days you and your friends continuously practice. No more solitary study nights. No more scrambling for a study buddy. Welcome to the era of community learning.

🌟 **Five Must-Watch Series for Kids!** 🌟 As parents, we're always on the lookout for quality content that is both entertaining and educational for our children. Here are five highly recommended series that will captivate your little ones and offer them valuable lessons: 1. **Curious George** 🐵   Let your children join George on his endless adventures filled with curiosity and discovery. This show promotes problem-solving skills and fosters a love for learning. 2. **Bluey** 🐾   This delightful series follows Bluey, an Australian Blue Heeler puppy, and her family. It's packed with imagination and creativity, teaching important social and emotional lessons through playful storytelling. 3. **The Green Planet** 🌿   Introduce your kids to the wonders of nature with this beautifully crafted documentary series. It’s perfect for sparking an interest in the environment and understanding the importance of conservation. 4. **Numberblocks** 🔢   Turn learning math into a fun and engaging experience with NumberBlocks. This show makes numbers and basic arithmetic come alive, helping kids develop early numeracy skills in an enjoyable way. 5. **Peter Rabbit** 🐰   Based on the beloved classic, this series brings Peter Rabbit’s adventures to life. It's great for teaching kids about friendship, bravery, and the joys of outdoor exploration. Encouraging your children to watch these series can provide a balance of entertainment and education, making screen time both enjoyable and enriching. 📺✨ What are some of your child’s favorite shows? Share your recommendations in the comments! #ParentingTips #KidsShows #EducationalContent #CuriousGeorge #Bluey #TheGreenPlanet #Numberblocks #PeterRabbit #children #students #schools --- Feel free to adjust and personalize the post as you see fit!

Head over to eastconn.org/publications and check out the latest issue of our Connections newsletter. Topics covered: - Kindergarten entry age issues (and how we're dealing with them) - one of our adult learners shares her remarkable journey - technology issues facing school districts (including AI) - professional/agency notes - magnet school recruiting ...and more. Happy reading!