Issue No. 2, February 2025

Hi, friend!

Following last month's debut issue, we’re excited to reconnect with you on all things social, emotional, and academic well-being. Below is a new collection of resources for educators, by educators—all designed to help you create meaningful learning experiences and foster growth in every student. Sending warmth and positivity for the rest of this chilly February! ♥️

✨ Mindful Moments

Hear inspiring perspectives of a dozen education leaders using Sown To Grow to improve overall well-being for their students.

🐝 Blog Buzz

Boost your reading and listening routine with "10 book & podcast pairings to empower education leaders in 2025".

🌱 STG Spotlight

Check out how Sown To Grow's research-backed framework measures and supports student-teacher connection.

🗓️ Upcoming Events

🌐 Feb. 13 Webinar

"Proactive MTSS: Creating A Student-Centered Framework That Fosters Trust & Care." Details & registration info here!

📍Feb. 24-26 in

Reno, NV

The Modern Learning Conference

📍Feb. 25-27 in

San Diego, CA

NSCLC Conference

📍March 6-8 in

New Orleans, LA

AASA National Conference on Education

If you happen to be attending, let's make a plan to meet in person!

🧰 Templates & Tools

Use SEL to teach Black History by applying the HEART in Mind model from Dr. Lorea Martínez Pérez, who encourages educators to center these lessons in equity, joy, and resilience.

🗞️ In the News

Understand how the new administration's attempts to dismantle the U.S. Dept. of Education could affect your school's federal funding for equity programs.

🫶 Community Corner

Explore the power of connections at the secondary level based on the Relationship Centered Schools campaign's work with Long Beach USD and Fresno’s McLane H.S.

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