The practice of gratitude is a powerful way to support metacognitive skill development and student mindsets that are critical for academic success.
Educators can use GiveThx Gratitude Practices to foster SEL skill development within the content areas they teach as a means to advancing academic achievement. 

A positive school culture that promotes connection and wellbeing is foundational for student success. Advisory programs in middle and high schools and class meeting time in elementary school provide perfect opportunities for implementing a GiveThx program to help meet the need for positive relationship-building.

Building staff belonging, trust, and collaboration is essential to helping educators achieve new levels of professional growth. Instructional leaders aiming to promote a culture of feedback and collegiality can adopt GiveThx practices to acknowledge faculty and positive contributions to the school community.
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