Resource highlight: Ten takeaways from recent positive childhood experience (PCE) research
We created a new resource that translates key research findings on positive childhood experiences (PCEs) to encourage action.
11 ways to help children return to calm
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,…
How to stay calm in the classroom
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…
Bring the HOPE framework to the classroom
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…
Engaging youth around the Four Building Blocks of HOPE
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…
HOPE Toolkit for Educators
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…
Applying the CFIR Framework: Case Reports of HOPE Implementation
Applying the CFIR framework to real world cases. The HOPE framework is implemented by organizations nationwide to meet the needs of their local context. This paper applies the Consolidated Framework…