You don’t have to look far to discover that social and emotional learning (SEL) and the whole child are major topics in education—and for good reason! We are becoming increasingly aware that social and emotional health is just as important (if not more so) than physical health in supporting the whole child. Treatment for mental health is more acceptable, available, and common today than it was twenty years ago. While this ...

Parent engagement is crucial for student success, both academically and socially. Regardless of family income or background, students whose parents are actively involved in their academics are "more likely to have higher grades and test scores, attend school regularly, have better social skills, show improved behavior, and adapt well to school"(Henderson, A.T., and K.L. Mapp). Rural districts sometimes struggle to maintain ...