Description

Today, we're tackling a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of education, especially in middle school: Skills for Executive Functioning. It's about helping our students not just academically but also in managing their time, energy, emotions, and actions more effectively.

Topics Discussed

• What is executive functioning?
• Why are these skills so important for students to develop?
• How can we tell students need support in this area?
• What percentage of students struggle with executive functioning?
• 6 ways we can support students in this area

Resources

https://www.middleweb.com/48340/how-executive-function-links-sel-and-academics/

https://effectivestudents.com/articles/why-executive-function-is-the-bridge-between-sel-academic-success/

https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/help-students-learn-to-manage-their-time/

https://learnfully.com/state-of-neurodiversity-2023-report/

https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/product/mental-health-digital-check-in-form

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