Dr. Dena Simmons invites educators to reflect on their use of #SEL in schools & its impact on students. Learn more from Education First's podcast, The Power of SEL - Ep. 3: "How Do Educators Navigate the Facts, Fiction, & Politics of SEL." education-first.com/insights/our-p… #LiberatEDSEL

In honor of self-love, we offer you an excerpt of “Home” by poet, artivist, and author, Monique Lorden (@1985poet), and invite you to consider what you will shed to make room for new blossoms in your life. #LiberatEDSEL

Join us for more good vibes with #BreakingBreadwithLiberatED ft. Dr. Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul–antiracist educator, scholar, NYT best-selling author, & founder of Red Clay Educators. Tune in on Dr. Dena Simmons’ IG Live (8/7, 7PM ET) as they discuss Dr. Sonja’s book, #AntiracistReadingRevolution!

How can we make love our “compass”? We invite you to read the excerpt from Shane Shane Koyczan’s poem & reflect on what might we do as a community to show and share more love with others. Check out Shane's full poem at youtube.com/watch?v=cTpv_E… #LiberatEDSEL

Three years ago, LiberatED was just a seed—a dream to foster radical love, healing, & justice. This #BlackAugust, join us in our #FundOurFreedomDreams campaign! Your donation helps us create spaces where all children can thrive. Donate at bit.ly/SupportLiberat…. #LiberatEDSEL

Black, woman-led orgs like LiberatED are underfunded & under attack. Your donation, big or small, cultivates learning communities of belonging, healing, & liberation. Join our #FundOurFreedomDreams campaign & #donate at bit.ly/SupportLiberat… or visit liberatedsel.com.

LiberatED’s freedom dream is to create a world where all children can live, learn, and thrive in the comfort of their own skin. Imagine that world:  What does it feel like in your body, mind, and spirit? Support our #FundOurFreedomDreams campaign at: bit.ly/SupportLiberat….

As we raise funds to #FundOurFreedomDreams, Dr. @sonjacherrypaul is the perfect guest for #BreakingBreadWithLiberatED! Join us on Dr. Dena Simmons’ IG Live (8/7, 7PM ET) as they explore Dr. Sonja's book, #AntiracistReadingRevolution Support us @ bit.ly/SupportLiberat….

Break bread with us tomorrow (8/7 at 7PM ET) on Dr. Dena Simmons' IG live and enjoy her conversation with Dr. Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul! #AntiracistReadingRevolution #LiberatEDSEL #BreakingBreadWithLiberatED

LiberatED has been operating for 3 years. In such a short time, we've accomplished so much. This #BlackAugust, consider donating to #FundOurFreedomDreams so that we can continue doing our pivotal work. #DonateNow at bit.ly/SupportLiberat… or visit liberatedsel.com.

3 ways to Support LiberatED’s #FundOurFreedomDreams Campaign: 1️⃣ Donate. 2️⃣ Become a Monthly donor. 3️⃣ RT & spread the word about supporting @Liberated_SEL's campaign. Donate today at bit.ly/SupportLiberat… or visit liberatedsel.com. #LiberatEDSEL #BlackLed #BlackAugust

3 ways to Support LiberatED’s #FundOurFreedomDreams Campaign: 1️⃣ Donate. 2️⃣ Become a Monthly donor. 3️⃣ RT & spread the word about supporting @Liberated_SEL's campaign. Donate today at bit.ly/SupportLiberat… or visit liberatedsel.com. #LiberatEDSEL #BlackLed #BlackAugust

LiberatED is inspired by Black radical imagination, believing that freedom dreams shape a just, loving world. Our work honors Black leaders, past & present, urging us to “dream, imagine, & create new possibilities.” #FundOurFreedomDreams by donating at: bit.ly/SupportLiberat…

The LiberatED Youth Leaders Program creates healing spaces for youth to explore leadership, identity, civic engagement, & mental health. Co-led by youth, we celebrate their gifts & genius! Your generosity helps us continue this vital work. #DonateToday at bit.ly/SupportLiberat…

At LiberatED, we honor educational communities' and youth's stories & voices to co-develop curricular resources, programming, and learning solutions backed by research. Donate today at bit.ly/SupportLiberat… and advance our mission for all youth to thrive! #FundOurFreedomDreams

Support LiberatED's Educator Fellowship by donating today: bit.ly/SupportLiberat…. In this program, educators 1) discuss justice, leadership, & equity and 2) co-create a community of support to foster classrooms where all students thrive & feel loved. #FundOurFreedomDreams

What makes you special? Amidst the excitement & nervousness of a new school year, we invite your students & you to embrace all the wonderful things that make you, you! Read Jason Reynolds News's poem & discuss how you'll motivate others to step into their greatness this year.

In our newsletter, Dr. Dena Simmons recalls her back-to-school anticipation: "I would stress about ensuring I had the resources I needed to create an environment where my students felt valued, loved, & welcomed." Read about how she stayed the course at bit.ly/3zeQ8wT.

We are holding the Apalachee HS community with tenderness and care. With heavy hearts, we offer educators a resource in response to a school shooting. #Apalachee_High_School #LiberatEDSEL