Abby AmpujaMar 20, 20191 min readWhat is Tapping, Anyway?!Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique--EFT) ~developed by Nick Ortner ~https://www.jesselewischooselove.org/extension-programs/...
Abby AmpujaSep 22, 20181 min readGrowth Mindset: The Power of YetWhat is it? the belief that we can grow our brains and abilities by working hard and not giving up! (The brain is like a muscle that...
Abby AmpujaSep 15, 20181 min readWhat is Social Emotional Learning? (SEL)SEL teaches students how to: 1) understand & manage emotion 2) set positive/realistic goals 3) build enduring relationships 4) show...
Abby AmpujaSep 15, 20181 min readWhat is Emotional Intelligence?The model introduced by Daniel Goleman focuses on EI as a wide array of competencies and skills that drive leadership performance....
Abby AmpujaSep 15, 20181 min readSocial Emotional Learning in the ClassroomWays to Incorporate SEL into the Classroom: Morning mindfulness (i.e. Calm.com) Belly (diaphragmatic) breathing Gratitude List/Jar...
Abby AmpujaSep 15, 20181 min readWhy is SEL Important?Positive effects of SEL: SEL has positive effects on many aspects of children’s development, including academic performance, physical,...
Abby AmpujaSep 15, 20181 min readCreating an SEL ClinicBackground: I have been an educator since 2001, working as a special education teacher, general education teacher, and intervention...