Maintaining and Teaching Hope
By:
VUSD SEL Cadre
Description:
It is important in times of heightened stress and unpredictability that adults instill a sense of hope for students. Children observe adults in unfamiliar situations to determine how to respond and react. Adults who are calm and approach situations with optimism and hope assist students in developing a more balanced world view, reduce experiences of stress, and encourage more creative problem-solving. Click here for an article on how to help students develop hope.