Getting children out of “The Moment” ‘The Moment’ is something all children (and adults) experience; it refers to a period of being emotionally overwhelmed, caused by intense feelings of anger, anxiety, or distress. This resource provides 11 ways to help…
Stay calm in the classroom during conflict and chaos. Staying calm during times of conflict and chaos in the classroom can be challenging. When we lose our cool it can escalate situations and make them worse. To better keep yourself…
Create positive childhood experiences in your classroom. When thinking about how to decorate your classroom and how to get to know your students, consider doing this in a way that promotes positive childhood experiences (PCEs) using the HOPE framework. This…
Provide optimism for youth through this activity We strongly encourage educators to share the concept of the Four Building Blocks, or key types of positive childhood experiences (PCEs), with children and youth. For youth who have experienced trauma and adversity,…
Promote PCEs in education The HOPE for Educators Toolkit is for teachers, school staff, school counselors, and anyone who works in K-12. This toolkit was created in partnership with HOPE Facilitators and HOPE Champions working in the education sector, and…
Incorporating HOPE during a IEP meeting These simulation videos present two different deliveries of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting between a parent, their child, and the school staff. One video shows the school staff using the HOPE framework when…
Promoting positive childhood experiences (PCEs) by sector Research shows that positive childhood experiences (PCEs) help children grow into healthy, resilient adults. The Four Building Blocks of HOPE – relationships, environments, engagement, and emotional growth – are key types of PCEs…