Social and Emotional Learning In Schools

Valeria interviews Michelle Trujillo the author of Start With the Heart: Igniting Hope in Schools Through Social and Emotional Learning

In this inspiring book, educational consultant and former high school principal Michelle Trujillo shows how positive school culture is anchored in social and emotional learning as a way of being. She guides educators to explore their own SEL aptitudes, inspires schoolwide investment in a philosophy of connection, and offers ample tools, strategies, and solutions for integrating five SEL competencies into schools. Jumpstart conscientious connections in your school community and create a foundation for trust that allows students and educators to feel appreciated, effective, and productive.

Michelle Trujillo says her most important lifework is in her role as a wife and mom. Her husband, David, and their adult children, Corey and Dani, fill her life with joy. Michelle is also an author, inspirational speaker, and professional learning facilitator. "Mrs. T," as she is known to her former students and reading audience, makes a tangible, sustainable, and positive difference through her books, speaking and workshops.

She shares enthusiasm, experience, and applicable take-aways with her audience, while she imparts a philosophy that ignites hope in schools and the workplace. Named Nevada's 2016 Innovative Educator of the Year, Michelle has appeared on television (including Oprah) and radio across the nation as a guest expert. Her keynotes and trainings leave audiences enthused, inspired, deeply touched and wanting more! Michelle's most recent book, Start with the Heart: Igniting Hope in Schools through Social and Emotional was released by Corwin Press in April, 2019. Michelle has also written three books for teenagers: Chicken Soup for the Soul Presents Teens Talkin' Faith (HCI, 2012), Teens Talkin' Faith (HCI, 2001) and Why Can't We Talk? What Teens Would Share if Parents Would Listen (HCI, 2000).

To learn more about Michelle Trujillo and her work please visit: https://www.ignitinghopenow.com/

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