11 ways to help children return to calm Getting children out of "The Moment" ‘The Moment’ is something all children (and adults) experience; it refers to a period of being emotionally overwhelmed, caused by intense feelings of anger,…
How to stay calm in the classroom Stay calm in the classroom during conflict and chaos. Staying calm during times of conflict and chaos in the classroom can be challenging. When we lose our cool it can escalate situations and make …
Bring the HOPE framework to the classroom Create positive childhood experiences in your classroom. When thinking about how to decorate your classroom and how to get to know your students, consider doing this in a way that promotes positive…
HOPE Toolkit for Educators Promote PCEs in education The HOPE for Educators Toolkit is for teachers, school staff, school counselors, and anyone who works in K-12. This toolkit was created in partnership with HOPE Facilitato…
With and without HOPE videos: Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting Incorporating HOPE during a IEP meeting These simulation videos present two different deliveries of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting between a parent, their child, and the school s…
The Four Building Blocks of HOPE by sector handout Promoting positive childhood experiences (PCEs) by sector Research shows that positive childhood experiences (PCEs) help children grow into healthy, resilient adults. The Four Building Blocks of HO…