In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Jennifer Miller, a pioneering leader in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) with nearly three decades of experience. Jennifer’s journey began in dropout prevention, and over the years, she’s transformed classrooms and school systems through her dedication to fostering emotional intelligence in both students and educators. As the author of Confident Parents, Confident Kids: Raising Emotional Intelligence In Ourselves and Our Kids, Jennifer has also empowered parents to nurture their children's emotional growth while honing their own.
Today, we explore Jennifer’s work with parents, teachers, and organizations, and discuss practical strategies for building emotional resilience in children. Tune in as Jennifer shares real-life stories, practical tools, and guidance on navigating modern challenges like screen time and the digital age, balancing academic learning with SEL, and fostering emotional intelligence in both children and adults.
Resources to Note from Jennifer:
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My Emotional Safety Plan: A simple planning template to help parents manage their own emotions during tough parenting moments.
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Fighting Fairly Family Pledge: A guide for families to engage in constructive and trust-building arguments.
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Parents Under Pressure: The U.S. Surgeon General's report on the mental health and well-being challenges faced by parents.
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CASEL Program Guide: A resource to help schools select evidence-based SEL programs for their students.
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Jennifer's Blog: Sign up for free weekly tools and resources on SEL.
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Jennifer's Book: Confident Parents, Confident Kids: Raising Emotional Intelligence In Ourselves and Our Kids is available on Amazon.