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Teach social-emotional learning for better schools, safer neighborhoods May 16, 2013 By: Laura Rabb Morgan When I was introduced to the term “social-emotional learning” and began to understand its meaning I recognized it as a ray of hope. Hope for my community, which, seemingly unbeknownst to me, had changed dramatically over the years. Read More \| (9) Comments	Educare preschool boosts academics, parent involvement February 08, 2013 A follow-up study of students who attended the Ounce of Prevention Fund’s Educare early childhood center show promising results—for parents as well as students. Read More \| (3) Comments
For students' sake, Chicago must address poverty, violence January 03, 2013 By: Jesse Sharkey Recent tragedies related to gun violence have led to increased calls for more stringent gun control nationwide, but here in Chicago, atrocities occur daily. For some, it may be easier to obtain a gun than it is to get an education. More than 500 Chicagoans were killed due to gun violence in 2012. Of these deaths, 62 victims were children, and more than 440 children suffered gunshot wounds, according to various media outlets. We are a city in crisis—because we are a city of poverty. Read More \| (12) Comments	The "Soft Stuff": What schools can do October 31, 2012 By: The Staff of Catalyst Even in high school, teachers can help students develop the beliefs and habits that are needed for learning, says researcher Camille Farrington. Read More \| (1) Comments
Coping with grief at the schoolhouse July 09, 2012 By: Leslie Baldacci Thank you for your issue of Catalyst In Depth on trauma due to exposure to violence and the ripples of impact it creates. For every child whose life is cut short in a shooting incident, the collateral damage extends to witnesses, family members, friends, neighbors, teachers, principals and school personnel, from the lunchroom to the boiler room. Read More \| (0) Comments

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