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Harmony is designed to build healthy relationships among students by engaging them in lessons and activities that promote empathy, understanding, and respect. These effective practices build supportive relationships that ultimately help prevent bullying.

Turning Over a New Leaf: How to Navigate Harmony SEL by Mimi Seeley, Harmony Client Success Associate “Building relationships with students is a critical component to teaching the content. Only when a student feels safe and seen can they truly embrace learning the curriculum.” – Alex Kajitani, California Teacher of the Year 2009 The school year is well underway for many educators and students alike. …

National University and National 4-H Council will integrate proven Harmony SEL program into afterschool and youth development programs nationwide SAN DIEGO, CA (September 30, 2022) — National University, one of the largest private, nonprofit universities in the United States serving more than 45,000 youth, today announced the launch of a new educational partnership that will bring its award-winning Harmony Social Emotional Learning (Harmony SEL) program …

By: Mimi Seeley It’s that time of year again: notebooks, binders, and pencil pouches in vibrant colors and designs line the entryway of store aisles across the country. “Back to school” is upon us. Some of you may even already have your first week or two. As a former educator, I always felt equally excited and nervous leading up to the first week of school. …

To Harmony Friends, Families, and Partners: The tragedy that unfolded in Uvalde, Texas — a horrific, senseless act — reminds us that our children should feel safe and at their happiest when they are learning and engaging in school environments. No child, parent, educator, or caregiver should face such trauma. We remain stunned, horrified, and saddened by the loss of life. On a personal level, …

Here at Harmony SEL, we’ve been working on improving our social and emotional learning materials to enhance the Harmony experience for you and your students. Much of what you know and love about Harmony is staying the same, but we’re excited to introduce the first two phases of Harmony Third Edition to you today! Here’s what you can access so far: Enhancements to Everyday Practices …

April 2022 Understanding the Research and Teacher Experience Behind the Refresh of Harmony Third Edition by Nick Yoder, PhD, Senior Director of Research and Professional Learning Abstract Harmony SEL, an evidence-based, CASEL SELect, social and emotional learning (SEL) program is refreshing the look, feel, and content of the SEL program that educators know and trust. To meet the current demands of teachers, counselors, out-of-school time …