As we end the 2020 - 2021 school year, we close the door on a year of uncertainty and begin anew with a summer full of opportunity and hope for everyone. This summer season, let's take advantage of this opportunity to find a healthy balance between academics and other...
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Peekapak’s commitment to AAPI educators
At Peekapak we stand against racism, discrimination, and hatred of any kind. We are saddened by the murders that took place in Atlanta, Georgia, and in Boulder, Colorado in the past two weeks. We are mourning the lives tragically and unfairly lost, at the hands of...
SEL Activities for Virtual Learning
The recent change for many schools from in-person to virtual learning has had a drastic impact on the ways that lessons are taught, and educators may be left struggling with how to incorporate SEL activities for virtual learning. With students feeling more stress,...
5 Easy SEL Activities for the Classroom
By now, the importance and benefits of including social-emotional learning for students are well known. Unfortunately, many educators still find it difficult to find ways to make time for SEL activities, whilst also teaching the required curriculum. This article will...
Ready for Peekapak’s #iteachSEL giveaway?
Teachers, you asked for it... and we delivered. Get ready for Peekapak's #iteachSEL giveaway in celebration of SEL day on March 26th! International SEL day, on March 26th, is an online campaign that showcases, promotes and advocates for social-emotional learning (SEL)...
#Perseverance2021 Challenge
Undoubtedly, 2020 has been a tough year for many. Our ability to practice what we preach to students — optimism, courage, empathy, kindness, respect, teamwork — was put to the test as we faced…
The Importance of SEL During the Second Wave
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on each and everyone one of our lives causing stress, worry, and uncertainty. It is important to remember that children are also experiencing this, and often need help in learning how to deal with the emotions that they are...
Social-Emotional Learning and the Covid-19 Pandemic
As schools reopened amid the pandemic, many educators continue to remain uncertain about the future. This unpredictability is especially true for social-emotional learning (SEL), a relatively new development in education. While there is uncertainty all across the...
Peekapak’s Feelings Check-in Tool
Through Peekapak's Feelings Check-in Tool, teachers are provided with a Mood Board of student sentiment data allowing them to gain insight into their students' well-being. Such a tool is powerful, especially during these times when students are likely to experience...