PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS
Introduction to "The Emotional Schools Framework" for Parents
- In this 90-minute session, parents will be introduced to The Emotional Schools Framework and how its principles can be applied at home to support their children’s emotional, social, and academic growth.
- The session will focus on the importance of emotional intelligence (EI) and social-emotional learning (SEL) in helping children navigate challenges, build healthy relationships, and thrive both in and out of school.
- Parents will learn about the framework’s holistic approach, inspired by the Medicine Wheel, which emphasizes balance in emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
- Key topics include understanding emotions, teaching manners as the foundation of emotional intelligence, and creating a home environment that fosters empathy, respect, and resilience.
- Parents will also explore practical strategies for supporting their children’s emotional development, such as building an emotional vocabulary, using mindfulness and breathing techniques to manage stress, and encouraging free and structured play to promote emotional and cognitive growth.
- The session will provide tools for fostering open communication, resolving conflicts peacefully, and creating a safe and supportive home environment.
- By the end of the session, parents will leave with actionable ideas to help their children develop emotional intelligence, self-regulation, and social skills, setting the stage for lifelong well-being and success.
This session is designed for parents who want to create a nurturing home environment that supports their children’s emotional growth and aligns with the principles of The Emotional Schools Framework.