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Social Emotional Learning & Mindfulness at Mendez

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5-4-3-2-1 Coping Technique:

James Butler, AISD Mindfulness Specialist, shared this resource from DestressMonday.org. Click here to find a guided script to implement this technique.


Give it a try before diving into all of this fun information! :)

Gratitude at Mendez Gratitude at Mendez

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When Students Are Traumatized, Teachers Are Too

When Students Are Traumatized, Teachers Are Too

Trauma in students’ lives takes an emotional and physical toll on teachers as well. Experts weigh in on the best ways to cope.

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How will/do you practice, model, teach self-regulation skills in your classroom?

One way to promote self-regulation is through goal setting. An example could read something like this: "When I am angry, I will take deep breaths in the peace corner to calm down."

Why Should I Consider Taking Time to Breathe in Class? Why Should I Consider Taking Time to Breathe in Class?

Self-Awareness: The Mind-Body Connection

Student Friendly Explanation Student Friendly Explanation

Relationship with Emotions
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Controlled Breathing GIFS

Click the link below to access the Google Slides full of GIFS to utilize in your classroom or home right away! :)

Breathing Exercises

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Breathing Boards from The Whole-Hearted Counselor

Try using these at home or in your classroom peace corner.
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Figure 8/Infinity Breathing

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Star Breathing

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Rectangle Breathing

Peace Corners Peace Corners

What is a Peace Corner?

A peace corner is a designated space in the classroom that serves as a place for students to self-regulate when they are experiencing uncomfortable or heavy emotions. It is a nurturing space that feels safe. It humanizes students by promoting and providing time and space that will help them get back to a space where they’re ready to learn, work with peers, and be kind to themselves.

Does your classroom have a Peace Corner?

Below you will find a resource to pull from when creating your classroom peace corner. Feel free to use all, some, or none of these tools.

Mendez Peace Corner

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Mind-Body Exercises to Calm Your Students When They're Stressed

Mind-Body Exercises to Calm Your Students When They're Stressed

All children can benefit from mind-body activities. Mind-body exercises can help kids learn to calm their minds and regulate their emotions.

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AISD SEL & Mindfulness Newsletters AISD SEL & Mindfulness Newsletters

Austin ISD Mindfulness Newsletter

Austin ISD Mindfulness Newsletter

Austin ISD Mindfulness Newsletter - October 2019--#mindfulAISD by James Butler | This newsletter was created with Smore, an online tool for creating beautiful newsletters for individual educators, schools and districts

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Self-Management

Self-Management

Self-Management - One of the SEL Core Competencies by SEL Communications | This newsletter was created with Smore, an online tool for creating beautiful newsletters for individual educators, schools and districts

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