Supporting Ourselves After the Verdict
The murder of George Floyd has highlighted racial tensions in our country for nearly a year. It has also brought to the surface the personal feelings of staff and students who have experienced or witnessed lived examples of trauma and social injustice. Please see our DPS Guidance for Addressing your needs and help support others through validation and support.
DPS Health Minute: Understanding Emotions
It's difficult to understand our emotions sometimes, but it is a skill that we can develop through practice! In this week's health minute, Dr. Chris Soto describes the importance of de-mystifying our emotions by using them as information towards success, both in and out of school.
What is an SEL Hub?
This SEL Hub serves as a space for the Durham Public Schools Community to connect and access resources to support the social emotional needs of all.
Learn more about Social-Emotional Learning
and the District's work to support our families.
Featured SEL Video for ALL
How can you be a hero today? In this video from our Elementary School SEL partner, we can reflect on what we need today, and what we can give.
Featured Video for Students
Need to Relax? DPS Partner GROWGA offers this exercise for children and teens to calm their body and their mind.
Featured Video for Parent/Caregivers
Dr. Lori Santos describes understandings and misunderstandings about happiness, especially during the pandemic.
Featured Video for Staff
Teachers at the top of their profession reflecting on the challenges, opportunities, and strategies of self-care.
Social-Emotional Resources
Partner Organizations
