Unlocking SEL with Lana Penley

Teaching today isn’t just about academics—it’s about helping students navigate emotions, build resilience, and feel safe in the classroom. But how do we do that effectively without adding more to an already full plate? In this episode, I sit down with Lana Penley, former principal and author of Unlocking SEL, to explore how social-emotional learning (SEL) can transform your classroom into a calm, high-functioning space. She shares practical strategies for reducing student stress, preventing t...