A minute of silence. A door held open. Metrics that account for the whole child. These stories explore real-life examples of carving out space in the classroom to cultivate compassion quotient and emotional intelligence. --Daniela

When Mindfulness Meets the Classroom

He taps the metal bowl in his palm. The class falls quiet as a rich, metallic note reverberates. A peek into Argos Gonzales's class unravels a deeper dive review of mindfulness in schools. Read Full Story »

Opening Doors and Hearts

"Opening a door is more than a physical act. It's about putting yourself out there, getting to know people, making them feel comfortable." After being bullied, Josh Yandt decided to make a change -- one that rippled into the lives around him, and deep within himself. Read Full Story »

The Whole Child & Urban Education

"I am so aware of how much we need allies, and... critical friends. We can't learn by ourselves alone. We can't innovate well without having those sounding boards." Ida Oberman, founder of one of the most diverse elementary schools in East Oakland, CA shares insights on educating the whole child in an urban setting. Read Full Story »

'Be The Change' Idea

Hold the door open for those who come after you. Smile and wish them a nice day.