SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING
"Where everyone can dance like nobody’s looking"
Atmosphere
Small Class Sizes: Maximum of 6 students per class.
Outdoor Lunch Options: Enjoy two lunch periods with the option to eat outside.
Joyful Learning: Teachers' passion for learning is evident in every lesson.
Social Awareness
Morning Group Calendar Meeting: Start the day with a collaborative discussion.
Musical Transitions: Ample transition time signaled by music to ease movement between activities.
Cooperative Learning: Emphasizing teamwork and collective problem-solving.
Mindset
Mistakes are Opportunities: Embracing errors as learning moments.
The Power of "Yet": Encouraging a growth mindset.
We Can Do Hard Things: Building resilience and perseverance.
Self-Awareness
Ninja Life Hack Book Series by Mary Nhin: Teaching essential life skills.
"The Beach" Room: A dedicated space for emotional regulation and relaxation.
Yoga: Incorporating mindfulness and physical well-being.
Relationship Skills
Active Listening: Practiced through partner work and discussions. (EAR strategy)
Peer Teaching: Students learn by teaching and presenting to each other.
Letter Writing: Enhancing communication and connection.
At SOAR, we are dedicated to nurturing the social-emotional development of every student, ensuring they grow into well-rounded individuals ready to take on the world.