We are looking for youth leaders!

Whole Child Connection at Children’s Institute is forming a youth leadership council. The council’s first task will be to plan a virtual convening, in partnership with America’s Promise Alliance, on youth voice and leadership.

Staff transitions

As we transition into 2021, Whole Child Connection is also going through a period of transition and change as several of our beloved staff are moving onto new things after completing graduate studies. 

Reflections on 2020: Social and emotional skills are more important than ever

Straight from the source: Youth perspectives on connecting with students, supporting learning, and confronting reality

Hispanic Heritage Month 2020

Two Weeks of Relationship-Centered Morning Meeting Ideas

Making Sense of NYSED Recommendations on School Reopening

Supporting Kids Amid Racialized Violence, A Discussion Between embracerace Staff and Dr. Allison Briscoe-Smith - Webinar Discussion Guide

Note from Elizabeth - How Can We Ensure SEL Is Anti-Racist

How Do I Make Sure I’m Not Raising the Next Amy Cooper – A Discussion Between embracerace Staff and Dr. Jennifer Harvey – Webinar Discussion Guide

I can’t count the number of conversations I have had with people about race and racial justice issues over the course of my career - white people, Black people, Latino people, multi-racial people, friends, students, teachers, co-workers, my family, my students’ families, neighbors, strangers on the bus, etc., but I can probably count on one hand the number of times I have had conversations with white parents who really wanted to know how to talk to their children about race.