SEL Committee Presents a Conversation with Julie Scelfo/Mothers Against Media Addiction
Please join us on Tuesday May 21st for a conversation with Julie Scelfo, the founder of Mothers Against Media Addiction (MAMA). Julie is a former New York Times staff writer, media ecologist, and Brooklyn mother of three. Concerned about the effects social media and other addictive technologies are having on our children, she recently founded […]
SEL Committee Present THE TALK: Sex Ed 2.0 with Rachel Lotus
While many of us want to encourage conversations with our children about bodies, boundaries, consent, gender, identity, and beyond, we aren’t always sure what to say, how to say it, or when to begin. In this workshop for parents of elementary-age children, progressive sexuality educator Rachel Lotus will discuss all of this and more. Attendees will leave […]
SEL Committee Presents THE TALK: Sex Ed 2.0 with Rachel Lotus
While many of us want to encourage conversations with our children about bodies, boundaries, consent, gender, identity, and beyond, we aren’t always sure what to say, how to say it, or when to begin. In this workshop for parents of elementary-age children, progressive sexuality educator Rachel Lotus will discuss all of this and more. Attendees will leave […]
SEL Meeting – March 1st
The next SEL Committee Parent Coffee series event will be held on Friday, March 1. PS 321 personnel, including Assistant Principal Sara Despres, will be giving a comprehensive overview of the SEL curriculum at 321 and answering any parent questions. You can reach out to the SEL committee with any questions. Details in the Tuesday Bulletin.
SEL Committee Coffee Meet & Greet
The SEL Committee is hosting a Coffee Meet & Greet this Friday, December 9th with Sara Silver, 321’s Computer Teacher. This is an opportunity for parents to learn more about the tech curriculum from Grades 3-5, including components on internet safety and digital citizenship. Please come to learn more and ask questions! See the Tuesday Bulletin […]
Meet & Greet with the SEL Committee and Guidance Counselors
The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Committee provides an opportunity for parents to come together to discuss various SEL issues. At this informal meeting you will be able to meet other parents, talk about different issues, meet some of our guidance counselors and learn more about the guidance program at PS 321. Please see the Tuesday […]
SEL Meeting
The Social Emotional Learning Committee will be having their first meeting on Thursday, October 12th after drop off.
The Talk: Sex Ed 2.0
After-school workshops for kids that provide age-appropriate info, meaningful practice with essential social-emotional skills, and an opportunity to connect with peers. Rachel Lotus’s progressive curriculum embraces a broader understanding of sexuality education, going far beyond the basics of traditional sex ed, and reflects the realities of today’s world. The Talk also offers support to parents on a range […]
AMAZE.org (ages 9-16)
Videos galore on a range of sexuality-related subjects. AMAZE.org a collaboration of several highly regarded organizations, including Advocates for Youth and Answer. Not every video is appropriate for every age, so they tag each with an age guide to help steer parents and educators.
The Scar by Charlotte Moundlic and Olivier Tallec (ages 5 to 9)
When his mother dies, a little boy reacts honestly to his profound loss in this poignant snapshot of grief. The boy candidly describes his loss and concern for his grieving father with heartfelt immediacy. Simple illustrations stress the boy’s distress and isolation while powerfully conveying his progression from anger and fear to sadness and acceptance. […]