- Black SEL & Promoting Our Stories
This week's episode revisits past conversations held on the Black SEL podcast. Join in the discussions that focus on the importance of voicing the true black experience, building Black SEL and social awareness to better serve the community! Hear directly from Brandon Frame, Cierra Hinton, Sharonda Arnold-Oneal, Geoffrey Golden, and Joshua Vincent, who have all shared their perspectives on the Black SEL platform.
0:42- Kristen reminds listeners of how and where to attend the Black SEL summit, September 28 - 29
0:59- Frances Lee & Brandon Frame discuss the need to better inform black men of possibilities in an education career which would in turn help the development of black boys in learning settings
6:09- Kristen and Cierra Hinton engage on a more fulfilling use of media for black people and participation in media that affirms the narrative of black people in the community
8:56- Kristen and Sharonda Arnold-Ocean talk about the impact of consistent, and uplifting content on the lived experience of our community helps to improve the community as a whole from the inside out
17:11- Frances & Joshua Vincent, look back at historical trends of oppressors working to stifle black voices advocating for freedom and equality, and what that means today
25:03- Kristen & Geoffrey Golden lead the church chorus with hymns that demonstrated resilience in the face of adversity
Support the Black SEL Movement:
Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
27m - Aug 30, 2023 - Black SEL, reSELience + Awareness
This week's episode revisits past conversations held on the Black SEL podcast. Join in the discussions ranging from Black SEL's presence in finding freedom, education settings, and in the black church! Hear directly from Geoffrey Golden, J. Sterrett, and Joshua Vincent, who are all past guests.
0:42- Kristen reminds listeners of how and where to attend the Black SEL summit, September 28 - 29
2:15- Kristen explains the term reSELience and how it's been demonstrated by black people for centuries
6:12- Kristen and J. Sterrett discuss the role of black educators and their importance in the learning environment
9:23- Kristen and Joshua talk about social awareness, and recognizing genuine allies in activism in historical and contemporary contexts
14:19- Kristen's guest, Geoffrey Golden describes pillars of the black church and the relationship between black people and Christianity
Support the Black SEL Movement:
Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
16m - Aug 16, 2023 - Black SEL & Teach for the Culture
Join us for this pre-recorded webinar covering Black SEL, culture, and their importance in child education. This week's guest is Shauna Brown, owner and founder of Teach for the Culture, LLC, a global brand that helps educators create more equitable learning experiences for minority students.
Shauna joins this webinar, moderated by Frances Lee, Black SEL Program Coordinator, to describe how the profound impact in the learning environment that comes from understanding the culture of the student body and leveraging that understanding in the classroom.
2:57- Kristen announces the 2nd Annual Black SEL Summit, September 28th & 29th
6:33- Kristen mentions freedom school, and recaps the impact it had this summer of 2023
9:43- Frances introduces the speaker, Shauna Brown
11:53- Shauna defines culture and how it shows up in the classroom
24:48- Shauna describes how educators can incorporate SEL in the everyday classroom practice
Teach for the Culture Instagram
Support the Black SEL Movement:
Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
57m - Aug 2, 2023 - Black SEL & Black Fashion w| Jessica Couch
Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and black fashion. This week's guest is Jessica Couch. Jessica is A Partner, Strategist, leading retail technology consultant, Fit and Sizing Tech Expert, Entrepreneur advisor, writer, and speaker! She is the founder of Luxor + Finch Consulting, a boutique consulting agency focused on matching people to products through technology integration.
As well as the co-founder of Fayetteville Road Agency. Fayetteville Road is a turnkey boutique agency that leverages retail technology to build custom solutions, match people to products and create innovative experiences for the newly inclusive marketplace. Kristen and her guest talk about black fashion and Black SEL. You will leave this episode educated on fashion trends and tech.
01:20- Kristen introduces her guest
6:30- Kristen and the guest talk about creativeness
10:30- Kristen and the guest talk about fashion and technology
22:40- Kristen talks about fashion and SEL
32:10- Kristen's guest discusses obstacles of black women in tech
Support the Black SEL Movement:
Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
57m - Jul 5, 2023 - Black SEL & The Black Creative w| Derrick Beasley
Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black creative. This week's guest is Derrick Beasley, an educated black creative. Derrick is a Nashville, Tennessee born, Durham, North Carolina raised visual artist passionate about his artistic capabilities and inner-work so he can take action in making this world a better place. His desire to better his community led him take on the responsibility of answering three persisting questions which are: What would make this world better?”, “How can I work to create it today?” and “what do I need to heal in myself to create it”. Kristen and her guest talk creativity and Black SEL. You will leave this episode educated and inspired to tap into your creative side.
01:13- Kristen introduces her guest
4:34- Kristen and guest talks about creativeness
22:43- Kristen and guest talk about his persisting questions
35:15- Kristen talks about self confidence
✊🏾Support the Black SEL Movement:
➡️ Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️ Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
➡️ Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
49m - Jun 21, 2023 - Black SEL & Black Mental Health w| Sharonda Arnold- Ocean
Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and mental health. This week's guest is none other than Sharonda Arnold- Ocean, a mental health expert. It has always been a dream of hers to inspire and encourage the people in her life and community. Sharonda's passion for public speaking and empowering people whether via social media or in person has evolved. So much so that it has expanded over two brands and her and her husband's mental health and coaching practice, Ocean Behavioral Health, which is based in Louisville, Kentucky. She provides therapy and coaching to people aspiring to be their best selves. Her hope is that these two brands will help us women see ourselves properly every day in every way. Kristen and her guest really dive deep into what mental health means to Black SEL. You will leave this episode educated and inspired to prioritize your mental health.
Follow Sharona Arnold- Ocean on IG
Sharonda Arnold- Ocean Linktree
✊🏾Support the Black SEL Movement:
➡️ Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️ Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
➡️ Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
46m - Jun 7, 2023 - Black SEL & Black Media w| Cierra Brown Hinton
Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black media. Cierra Brown Hinton is a creative strategist who centers imagination, play, and community in her work. She loves building with teams and individuals as they drive toward outcomes that matter in a way that is inclusive and authentic. Cierra is the Executive Director-Publisher at Scalawag, a Southern, Black-led and centering, digital-first media organization reporting with communities on the intersections of culture, race, and systems of power and privilege.
Kristen and her guest dissect black media and its connection to Black SEL. You will hear Cierra give insight into her journey in media as a black woman and the connections that she has with SEL. You will leave this episode informed and enlightened.
✊🏿Support the Black SEL Movement:
➡️Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
➡️Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
52m - May 24, 2023 - Black SEL & The Black Church w| Geoffrey Golden
Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black church. This week's guest is none other than Geoffrey Golden, an ordained minister, and gospel artist! America voted for their favorite singer, and 20-year-old Geoffrey Golden was crowned the season seven winner of BET Sunday Best. The opportunities from being a star on Sunday’s Best opened many doors to create music with Kirk Franklin and Grammy-nominated songwriters/producers!
Kristen and her guest really dive deep into what the Black Church means to Black SEL and how it helps shapes our community. You will leave this episode educated and full of inspiration.
✊🏿Support the Black SEL Movement:
➡️Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
➡️Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
35m - May 10, 2023 - Black SEL & The Black Educator w| J. Sterrett
Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black educator. J Sterrett, a Black Educator who is currently the managing director and Program Support at Teach for America. J began their journey as an educator nearly 15 years ago as a Teacher for America corps member in Washington, DC. After 5 years there, they joined Teach for America Staff as a Coach. Eventually, J returned to the classroom to deepen their understanding of what’s needed to equitably serve students. Kristen and her guest really dive deep into what black educators mean to Black SEL and what being a black educator really means. You will leave this episode educated and full of inspiration.
✊🏿Support the Black SEL Movement:
➡️Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
➡️Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
55m - Apr 26, 2023 - Black SEL & The Black Crown w| Tonya Lane
Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black crown with Tonya Lane. The Natural Hair Guru, Tonya Lane. Her formal education includes a Bachelors and Masters of Science in Chemistry from North Carolina Central University. Her passion for creating products for curly hair has provided opportunities for her to work with billion-dollar companies, creating beautifully formulated hair and skin products. On her successful social media platforms such as Instagram and Youtube which has grown past 100k subscribers and followers, she teaches the world how to care for their hair using the same chemistry. Kristen and her guest talk about honoring the crown that was given to you and how it relates to social-emotional learning. You will leave this episode educated and intrigued.
Follow Omisade on IG: @sharmaine369
✊🏿Support the Black SEL Movement:
➡️Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
➡️Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
44m - Apr 12, 2023 - Black SEL & Navigating Menopause w| Omisade
Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and navigating menopause with Omisade. Omisade is the creator of The Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause, a multimedia project seeking to curate and share the stories and realities of Black women, women identified, and gender-expansive people. She has decades of experience in non-profit leadership, philanthropy, and social justice. Omisade is a founding tribe member of SpiritHouse and previously served as a board member of the Beautiful Project, Village of Wisdom, and Working Films. Kristen and her guest talk about all things activism and navigating. You will leave this episode full and enlightened.
Follow Omisade on IG: @omisadeburneyscott
✊🏿Support the Black SEL Movement:
➡️Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23 ➡️Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
1h 14m - Mar 29, 2023 - Black SEL & Liberation w| Joshua Vincent
Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and liberation with Joshua Vincent. Joshua Vincent is the Executive Director of the largest intermediary fiscal sponsor social justice organization in the South, Southern Vision Alliance. He has helped build some of your favorite social justice organizations such as Black Men Build, Color of Change PACK, Movement Voter Project, and the Obama campaign in 2008! This episode is full of history and wisdom. Kristen and her guest introduce the different faces of liberation and encourage listeners to become liberated. You will leave this episode with more knowledge and the ability to make sound choices in your day-to-day.
Follow Joshua Vincent on IG: @liberated_mind
✊🏿Support the Black SEL Movement:
➡️Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
➡️Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
36m - Mar 15, 2023 - Introducing the Black SEL Podcast
Welcome to the Black to SEL Podcast, formally known as Dangers Of The Mind Podcast!
This season is for reSELient individuals who are looking to grow in their black social-emotional learning journey. This season you will receive so much information to reach, teach and learn! The resources that you will walk away with will equip you to lead the way for the future.
We have so much to cover this season! Some of our topics include:
- Black SEL and the Black Educator
- Black SEL and the Black Church
- Black SEL and Black Mental Health
- Black SEL and the Black Creative
AND SO MUCH MORE!
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New episodes air every Wednesday!
✊🏿Support the Black SEL Movement:
➡️Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
➡️Donate: Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey
34m - Mar 1, 2023 - Building Emotional Wellness in Black Communities!
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In this episode, join Kristen as wraps up this season strong! Take a brief walk with her as she talks about some major take aways from this season. This episode will leave you with enough power to begin your journey to emotional wellness. Join Kristen provides listeners with different tools to gain build that emotional wellness.
Here’s what you can expect:
00:53: Funny Things Black Families Do
02:55: Kristen Talks About Previous Episodes This Season
10:07: Kristen Gets Really Candid About Her Life
11:38: Kristen Talks Therapy
17:44: Kristen Talks About Being That "Strong Person"
22:40: Kristen Talks About Talking to Black Men
24:00: Kristen Talks About Reaching the Youth
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
To learn more about Kristen Hopkins, Dangers of the Mind, and the powerful work they're doing in urban communities, visit: www.blacksel.org.
Keep up with Kristen on the go:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristendhopkins/
26m - Oct 12, 2022 - Formative Assessments for Urban Settings!
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In this episode, join Kristen as she talks about formative assessments in urban settings. Kristen talks about the many obstacles she encountered during her time working for the school system. Kristen provides listeners with different types of assessments to complete in urban settings.
Here’s what you can expect:
00:47: Kristen's Story Time
03:25: Kristen Provides Insight on Data In Schools
07:41: Forms of Assessments
Join us this fall at the Black SEL Summit:
Black SEL Summit looks to reach, teach and build a system of strong black leaders that understand the importance of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and ways to expose and sustain SEL in black communities. Black SEL will highlight and elevate the educators and voices of African American people in the social-emotional field. We are looking to create healthy dialog around policy, critical race theory, and ways to expose social-emotional learning to surrounding communities and their key stakeholders.
Proceeds generated from ticket sales will help build the capacity for Dangers of the Mind's Education Fund. Please keep in mind the work that we do and how your contribution will help when purchasing tickets.
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
To learn more about Kristen Hopkins, Dangers of the Mind, and the powerful work they're doing in urban communities, visit: www.blacksel.org.
Keep up with Kristen on the go:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristendhopkins/
14m - Sep 28, 2022 - Addressing Behavior Challenges in the Classroom!
This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org
In this episode, join Kristen as she talks about addressing behavior challenges in the classroom. Kristen tells her encounters with behavior issues in the classroom. Kristen provides listeners with key tips on how to address behavior issues,
Here’s what you can expect:
00:45: Kristen Introduces Topic
01:00: Kristen Provides Insight on Her Experience with Behavior Issues in the Classroom
07:35: How to Address Behavior Challenges in the Classroom
13:51: Understanding the Patterns of Your Student
15:31: Allowing Autonomy to Form
18:48: Pull Children Aside
Join us this fall at the Black SEL Summit:
Black SEL Summit looks to reach, teach and build a system of strong black leaders that understand the importance of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and ways to expose and sustain SEL in black communities. Black SEL will highlight and elevate the educators and voices of African American people in the social-emotional field. We are looking to create healthy dialog around policy, critical race theory, and ways to expose social-emotional learning to surrounding communities and their key stakeholders.
Proceeds generated from ticket sales will help build the capacity for Dangers of the Mind's Education Fund. Please keep in mind the work that we do and how your contribution will help when purchasing tickets.
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
Black Student Experience:https://blacksel.org/events/dangers-of-the-mind-education-fund-presents-the-black-student-experience/
To learn more about Kristen Hopkins, Dangers of the Mind, and the powerful work they're doing in urban communities, visit: www.blacksel.org.
Keep up with Kristen on the go:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristendhopkins/
22m - Sep 21, 2022 - How to Build Confidence and Self-Esteem!
This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org
In this episode, join Kristen as she gives listeners tips on how to build confidence and self-esteem. Kristen encourages listeners to take the time to work on themselves to be better in their everyday lives.
Here’s what you can expect:
00:45: Kristen Introduces Topic
05:57: Kristen Provides Insight on Her Confidence
05:18: Working in a Corporate Role
05:25: Who are the Black Leaders in Education
08:00: Being Self Aware
09:25: What Does Self Aware Mean
10:10: Tip #1
12:44: Tip #2
18:17: Ways to Identify When You Are Accurately Perceiving Who You Are
19:45: How to Overcome Limitations
Join us this fall at the Black SEL Summit:
Black SEL Summit looks to reach, teach and build a system of strong black leaders that understand the importance of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and ways to expose and sustain SEL in black communities. Black SEL will highlight and elevate the educators and voices of African American people in the social-emotional field. We are looking to create healthy dialog around policy, critical race theory, and ways to expose social-emotional learning to surrounding communities and their key stakeholders.
Proceeds generated from ticket sales will help build the capacity for Dangers of the Mind's Education Fund. Please keep in mind the work that we do and how your contribution will help when purchasing tickets.Purchase your discounted, early bird tickets today at: https://bit.ly/blackselsummit
Black Student Experience:https://blacksel.org/events/dangers-of-the-mind-education-fund-presents-the-black-student-experience/To learn more about Kristen Hopkins, Dangers of the Mind, and the powerful work they're doing in urban communities, visit: www.blacksel.org.
Keep up with Kristen on the go:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristendhopkins/31m - Sep 7, 2022 - Building the Confidence of Students' in Urban Settings!
This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org
In this episode, join Kristen as she talks about her experience with students who exhibit low self esteem. Kristen identified one of her biggest strengths early on her college career, which was knowing her self worth and being self-motivated. Listen along as she provides listeners with inspiration to become the best version of themselves in college and watch how hard work and determination pays off.
Here’s what you can expect:
00:45: Opening Statistics
02:06: Introduction of Topic
02:16: Kristen Gives Personal Experience with Student in In-School Suspension Students
05:28: Kristen Details Social Cultural Identities
13:34: 5 Ways to Build Confidence in Students in an Urban Setting
14:19: The Importance of Studies of Self Management
17:56: Kristen Challenges College Students
Join us this fall at the Black SEL Summit:
Black SEL Summit looks to reach, teach and build a system of strong black leaders that understand the importance of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and ways to expose and sustain SEL in black communities. Black SEL will highlight and elevate the educators and voices of African American people in the social-emotional field. We are looking to create healthy dialog around policy, critical race theory, and ways to expose social-emotional learning to surrounding communities and their key stakeholders.
Proceeds generated from ticket sales will help build the capacity for Dangers of the Mind's Education Fund. Please keep in mind the work that we do and how your contribution will help when purchasing tickets.Purchase your discounted, early bird tickets today at: https://bit.ly/blackselsummit
Black Student Experience:https://blacksel.org/events/dangers-of-the-mind-education-fund-presents-the-black-student-experience/To learn more about Kristen Hopkins, Dangers of the Mind, and the powerful work they're doing in urban communities, visit: www.blacksel.org.
Keep up with Kristen on the go:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristendhopkins/27m - Aug 24, 2022 - What is Juneteenth?
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In this episode, join Kristen as she discusses what Juneteenth is . She provides listeners with history of Juneteenth. Kristen details the holiday and why it is important to African Americans.
Here’s what you can expect:
00:50: Kristen Opens Up With Introducing the Topic
01:26: Kristen Gives a Short Story On if You Google Independence Day
02:45: Introduction of Juneteenth
03:35: Current Social Injustice Events
07:18: Juneteenth Recognition
7:34: What Juneteenth Looks Like for African Americans
12:25: Juneteenth Becoming a Holiday
Join us this fall at the Black SEL Summit:
Black SEL Summit looks to reach, teach and build a system of strong black leaders that understand the importance of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and ways to expose and sustain SEL in black communities. Black SEL will highlight and elevate the educators and voices of African American people in the social-emotional field. We are looking to create healthy dialog around policy, critical race theory, and ways to expose social-emotional learning to surrounding communities and their key stakeholders.
Proceeds generated from ticket sales will help build the capacity for Dangers of the Mind's Education Fund. Please keep in mind the work that we do and how your contribution will help when purchasing tickets.
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
Black Student Experience:https://blacksel.org/events/dangers-of-the-mind-education-fund-presents-the-black-student-experience/
To learn more about Kristen Hopkins, Dangers of the Mind, and the powerful work they're doing in urban communities, visit: www.blacksel.org.
Keep up with Kristen on the go:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristendhopkins/
16m - Aug 10, 2022 - How Educators Can Celebrate African American Holidays!
This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org
In this episode, join Kristen as she discusses how educators can celebrate African American holidays . She provides a list of holidays that should be celebrated in schools. Kristen details each holiday and it's origin. She also provides tips for how educators can celebrate these holidays not just during black history month.
Here’s what you can expect:
00:45: Kristen Opens Up With a Story About When She Recognized Race
05:16: Kristen Introduces Topic
06:03: Introduction of Holidays
06:08: Black Love Day
07:28: African Countries Independence Day
9:02: Juneteenth
9:33: Black History Month
10:26: Martin Luther King Jr.
11:06: 5 Ways Educators Can Celebrate African American Holidays
Join us this fall at the Black SEL Summit:
Black SEL Summit looks to reach, teach and build a system of strong black leaders that understand the importance of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and ways to expose and sustain SEL in black communities. Black SEL will highlight and elevate the educators and voices of African American people in the social-emotional field. We are looking to create healthy dialog around policy, critical race theory, and ways to expose social-emotional learning to surrounding communities and their key stakeholders.
Proceeds generated from ticket sales will help build the capacity for Dangers of the Mind's Education Fund. Please keep in mind the work that we do and how your contribution will help when purchasing tickets.
➡️Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
Black Student Experience:https://blacksel.org/events/dangers-of-the-mind-education-fund-presents-the-black-student-experience/
To learn more about Kristen Hopkins, Dangers of the Mind, and the powerful work they're doing in urban communities, visit: www.blacksel.org.
Keep up with Kristen on the go:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristendhopkins/
19m - Jul 27, 2022