DSCC partners with youth and their families to help them be well-prepared and have a smooth transition. DSCC believes youth should have a strong voice in this process to share what matters most to them. DSCC’s Youth Advisory Council gives youth a platform to freely share their input to promote more successful transitions to adulthood.
Youth Voice: Youth with Special Healthcare Needs Read More »
Zaretta Hammond, author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain, discusses culturally responsive teaching- what it is and what it is not.
Zaretta Hammond: Culturally Responsive Teaching 101 Read More »
Curriculum that can be used in schools and classrooms to address challenges that students may exhibit in regulation skills, which impact their academic and social participation, as well as their sense of well-being.
This Infographic provides information in both a narrative and visual way about how communities can invest in things that support children and fanmilies experiencing toxic stress so they can go from surviving to coping to resilience.
This presentation explores the need for using multi-cultural books with young people, which increases students’ sense of self, belonging, and inclusion. The presentation was recorded on February 23, 2023, at Kansas State University and
Why Are People Afraid of Multicultural Children’s Books? Read More »
This webinar explores why people fear multicultural children’s books, emphasizing the importance of decolonizing imaginations to provide diverse narratives and counteract systemic racism. He highlights historical and contemporary examples of censorship and book banning, underscoring the critical need for inclusive literature in fostering empathy and understanding among young readers.
Why Are People Afraid of Multicultural Children’s Books? Read More »
This video explains the importance of creating a sense of belonging and how to make connections to students’ cultures through classroom content.
Why is it important for students to feel a sense of belonging at school? Read More »
WhyTry is an educational organization that provides social-emotional learning (SEL) programs to help youth overcome challenges, increase resilience, and improve academic outcomes. Their resources include multimedia tools, curriculum guides, and professional development for educators, all aimed at fostering student engagement and promoting positive life skills. The WhyTry approach emphasizes experiential learning and practical strategies to motivate students.
Report explores how the lens of community resilience can support community building initiatives and systems-level change that can prevent trauma, mitigate its impact, and interrupt its transmission from one generation to the next.
Widening the Lens on ACEs: The Role of Community in Trauma, Resilience, and Thriving Read More »
One of the best ways to welcome students and families into your school community is to integrate high-quality texts into your classroom and school libraries. Welcoming Schools offers recommendations for diverse books for schools, libraries and home. Find books that reflect the rich diversity of people in your school and the world.
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