In this episode, Dr. Wang and Mrs. Weir have a conversation focused on the ripple effect of gratitude. As we approach the end of another calendar year, focusing on spreading gratitude to others can be a great way to get positive energy out into the world. The science of gratitude is also an interesting topic to explore.During our conversation, we will discuss:<ul><li>Research on the positive effects of expressing gratitude</li><li>The power of sharing gratitude with teachers</li><li>Details of our upcoming Gratitude Gift Making event</li></ul> Interested in learning more?&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dmJ2ACVkGGwy7Ow7cHerBe7-F7SoQeZK/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Infographic on the Science of Gratitude</a></li></ul>

The Ripple Effects of Gratitude

In this episode, Dr. Wang speaks with Enza Fox and Mary Kelly from West School. Mrs. Fox serves as our Instructional Technology Specialist at West, and Mrs. Kelly serves as our library, or CLC, director. Together, these two innovative educators lead our Westies through creative lessons that require critical thinking and collaboration.&nbsp;During our conversation, we discuss:<ul><li>The unique experiences Mrs. Fox and Mrs. Kelly bring to our Westies</li><li>Lessons your children learn related to digital literacy and citizenship</li><li>The ways in which Mrs. Fox and Mrs. Kelly partner with classroom teachers to enhance what is happening in our classrooms</li></ul> Interested in learning more?&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://www.glencoewest.org/crawford-learning-center/digital-citizenship" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Information about Digital Citizenship at West School</a></li></ul>Take a look at our new <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HhJocL3iTpUjq4nk3zlwWQCtvVOeCO96/view" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">District Technology Guidelines</a> that we reference in the episode

Innovation and Digital Literacy in D35

In this episode, Dr. Wang connects with Dr. Marc Brackett, a leading voice in the field of emotional intelligence. Dr. Brackett is the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor at Yale’s Child Study Center. His groundbreaking research explores how emotions influence learning, decision-making, relationships, well-being, and even the climate of schools.During our conversation, we will discuss:<ul><li>Dr. Brackett’s new book, Dealing with Feeling: Use Your Emotion to Create the Life You Want</li><li>Strategies we can use to help us regulate our emotions</li></ul> Interested in learning more?&nbsp;<ul><li>Explore Dr. Brackett’s website: <a href="https://marcbrackett.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://marcbrackett.com/</a></li><li>View Marc’s YouTube channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@marcbrackett" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@marcbrackett</a></li></ul>Purchase one of his books: <a href="https://marcbrackett.com/permission-to-feel/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Permission to Feel</a> and <a href="https://marcbrackett.com/dealing-with-feeling/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dealing with Feeling</a>

Marc Brackett - Dealing with Feeling

We had the good fortune of meeting today’s guest, Andrew Fishman, during our Anxious Generation panel last year. Andrew is a licensed, clinical social worker who specializes in supporting his clients to understand the impact video games have on their lives. He also recently wrote a book titled, Parenting a Gamer: Help Your Child Build Healthy Habits, Make Positive Choices, and Find Balance in Virtual Worlds. During this episode, Dr. Wang and Mr. Fishman will discuss: <ul><li>Positives associated with gaming</li><li>Aspects of video games that warrant concerns</li><li>How to support your child with having a healthy relationship with video games</li></ul> Interested in learning more?&nbsp;Check out Andrew Fishman’s articles and upcoming book on his website: <a href="https://www.videogamehealth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.videogamehealth.com/</a>

Video Games - the Good and the Bad

Big Feelings, Little Learners - What Does Emotional Regulation Look Like in Kindergarten?

In our 3rd episode of the D35 On the Go Kindergarten mini-series, we are&nbsp; joined by Molly Pope, parenting coach and early childhood expert, and&nbsp; Erin Nathan, one of our South School kindergarten teachers, to discuss the following topics:<ul><li>The ways in which regulation comes into play in kindergarten</li><li>Developmentally appropriate expectations when it comes to regulation</li><li>Ways we can support our child’s regulation practice and growth at home</li></ul> Resources:<ul><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IdX0ajc7EHPvyehkN2hDxiK3TXW8GDgk/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Breathing strategies for parents</a></li></ul>

Kindergarten Mini-Series Episode 3

How to Set Them Effectively and Lean Into School Expectations to Support Home Environment

We will be recording 3 Kindergarten Mini-series episodes in this first month of school to bolster kindergarten families as they support their child in the transition to kindergarten. In this second episode, we welcome Molly Pope, parenting coach, former school psychologist, and early childhood expert. Molly will be talking us through how we can set boundaries in our homes in order to support our children in rising to our expectations - both at home and at school.During this conversation, topics include: <ul><li>What effective boundaries look like for kindergarten-aged children</li><li>How to align home expectations with school routines and values</li><li>Practical strategies for implementing consistent boundaries that support learning</li><li>Common boundary-setting challenges and how to overcome them</li><li>Ways to help children understand and embrace expectations rather than resist them</li></ul>

Kindergarten Mini-Series Episode 2

One unique resource in our Glencoe&nbsp; community is access to mental health care through Family Service of Glencoe, or FSG as they are known. In this episode, Dr. Wang speaks with Amber Bond, Executive Director of FSG. During their conversation, they discuss:<ul><li>The services offered by FSG</li><li>How you can reach out for support if it’s needed</li><li>Information about our upcoming Hearts &amp; Minds in Motion event, which will support the work of FSG&nbsp;</li></ul> Interested in learning more?&nbsp;<ul><li>Check out www.fsgcares.org</li></ul>

Family Service of Glencoe

We will be recording 3 Kindergarten Mini-series episodes in this first month of school to bolster kindergarten families as they support their child in the transition to kindergarten. In this first episode, South School Principal, Kelly Zonghetti, and Director of Professional Learning, Betty Weir, discuss all of the planning that went into opening this school year and ways in which parents can complement the work of the school at home.During this conversation, topics include: <ul><li>The most common hopes and worries parents express about kindergarten</li><li>What "kindergarten readiness" really means beyond academics</li><li>New supports South School has implemented this year for kindergarten families</li><li>Practical ways to build learning stamina both at home and at school</li></ul>

Kindergarten Mini-Series: Episode 1

As we look to the 2025-26 school year, District 35 is excited to be offering the Let Grow Play Club as an option at both South and West. In this episode, Dr. Wang speaks with Megan Hebert, Let Grow’s school program director. During our conversation, we will discuss:<ul><li>The foundations of the Let Grow organization</li><li>The way in which the clubs are structured</li><li>Ways parents can complement the Let Grow approach at home</li></ul> Interested in learning more?&nbsp;<ul><li>Check out the <a href="https://letgrow.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Let Grow website</a></li><li><a href="https://letgrow.org/join/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Let Grow Home Independence Toolkit</a></li></ul>

Let Grow Learning

Welcome to D35 On The Go! In this podcast we will explore various information, updates and share what is happening in Glencoe School District 35.

D35 on the Go

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