Committee for Children
@cfchildren
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Since 1979, we've championed educating the whole child through policy, advocacy, and SEL-centric programs that reach over 24.4 million children each year.
Seattle, WA
Joined October 2011
Don’t miss our posts! Find us, follow us, and learn more about our work here: Facebook: https://t.co/mmn59f4LT4 LinkedIn: https://t.co/HnR3xHBvd1 Instagram: https://t.co/fzRp8WPQmw YouTube: https://t.co/lWMxFSBgjj Website: https://t.co/8lOw1BKHWC
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Second Step researcher Karen Thierry, Ph.D. shares critical insights on overcoming barriers to implementing social-emotional learning in schools in this piece by @EducationWeek. https://t.co/mj6artweM4
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Join us on this episode of the Grow Kinder podcast as we sit down with Dr. Stephanie Hull, the incredible president and CEO of Girls Inc. 💪 She's all about inspiring every girl to embrace their strength, intelligence, and boldness. 🚀 Full episode: https://t.co/8YlXvLI6Sk
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Our kids can’t wait. Prioritizing #PrimaryPreventionFirst is a wise investment to help all kids develop basic life skills needed for school and life. Urge your lawmakers to support at
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Thank you, school principals, for all that you do to support children's social-emotional learning! #SchoolPrincipalsDay #ThankAPrincipal #EducationLeaders
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Nothing is more important than ensuring that children are healthy, safe, and celebrated in healthy, safe, and loving communities. That’s something each child deserves this #WorldHealthDay and every day. #HealthForAll #WHO75
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April is #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth. If you’re looking for resources in celebration, these children’s books by Arab American authors may be a good place to start!
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April is Arab American Heritage Month, making it a perfect time to celebrate the talents of Arab American authors. Here are 10 Arab American-authored or…
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Teaching is one of the most stressful jobs around. We need to prioritize educator well-being and #StressAwarenessMonth is a great time to start. Learn how social-emotional learning can help.
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When I first learned about #childsafety, I was surprised that it’s recommended to start age-appropriate conversations about personal safety as soon as kids start naming body parts. Learn more in this guide: https://t.co/9fKkpHnYsO
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Every #EarthDay, I’m reminded of how our community extends beyond just our neighborhoods. We are part of a global community and we all have a part to play in ensuring community health and happiness. Learn more about our work around the world.
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Don’t forget to nominate an outstanding @2ndStepProgram educator to our Educator of the Year Awards! Nominations close May 12.
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Nominations close for the #SecondStep Educator of the Year awards on May 12! We’re celebrating the work of educators who are making a difference in kids’ lives with Second Step programs. Winners will each receive a $500 honorarium and recognition in a showcase event. #SEL
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Jennifer Sanderlin, education partnerships manager for @cfchildren, has spent her career seeking proactive solutions to society’s deepest problems. “The work is limitless,” she says. “The potential is great. And that’s why I love doing this work.” #SEL #SecondStep
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Check this out! For #ChildAbusePreventionMonth @ParentMap spoke with @cfchildren's Dr. Tia Kim on why teaching kids how to recognize trusted adults is essential. https://t.co/GzPemnKhPM
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The importance of trusted adults in your child’s life
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In 1979, @cfchildren was founded to help keep kids safe from sexual abuse. Every April during #ChildAbusePreventionMonth, I honor those origins and reflect on ways we can advance our vision of safe children, thriving in a just and peaceful world.
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April is National Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month. Child abuse and neglect are preventable, and all communities benefit when children and families are well supported. Learn more at: https://t.co/AH4qkHSJAE
#CAPMonth2023 #PreventioninPartnership #IamPrevention
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Thank you, @cfchildren, for being a Lead Sponsor at this year's #SELExchange and for being a champion for the safety and well-being of kids through social and emotional learning (SEL)! 👉 Learn more about the exchange happening https://t.co/VHRSBe3bJJ
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Most parents say schools should prioritize social-emotional development and see social-emotional skills as connected to success in school and in life (source: https://t.co/U8WylPUJke).
#SecondStep #SEL #SocialEmotionalLearning
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Learn how @cfchildren's VP of Product, Polly Stansell, views the role of families in supporting students' social-emotional learning (hint: they're incredibly important) in her new essay, featured in @The74
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Stansell: Helping kids build life skills like confidence, decision-making and the ability to cope with difficulty takes families & schools — together
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Families are a crucial part of implementing SEL in schools. Learn more in this op-ed in @The74 from our VP of Product Polly Stansell! @2ndStepProgram
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Stansell: Helping kids build life skills like confidence, decision-making and the ability to cope with difficulty takes families & schools — together
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