Social Emotional Learning - Mount Daniel Parent Coffee - January 15, 2025

Falls Church City Public Schools

Join Mount Daniel Elementary School Counselors Michelle Goldberg and Jed Jackson for an insightful Parent Coffee session focused on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). In this informative presentation, our counselors share their expertise on supporting children's emotional development and behavioral growth.

Key topics covered:

• The role of school counselors at Mount Daniel
• Understanding the three-tiered approach to student support
• The Kimochis program and how it helps children express feelings
• Strategies for "sturdy leadership" in challenging moments
• Building children's emotional capabilities and social skills
• The importance of validation and appropriate boundaries
• The "Three C's": Capable, Connected, and Contributing

Learn valuable strategies for supporting your child's social-emotional development at home and understand how our counseling team works to create a supportive environment at school. This session includes practical tips and real-world examples that parents can implement right away.