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When Students Feel Seen: Social-Emotional Learning as a Tool for Inclusion and Empowerment

$229.00

6 Hours  |   Pre-approved for CEU’s

Presenter
Presented by Kelly Cleeve, M.Ed., B.Ed., B.A
Date and Format
October 29, 2026
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LIVE STREAM: October 29, 2026 from  8:30am – 4:00pm (Victoria, BC) Please adjust your start time according to your specific time zone. 

ON-DEMAND: Recorded footage & course content (certificate, videos, quiz) will be available until December 7, 2026. Please allow 3 – 10 business days for footage to be processed. Extensions cannot be granted under any circumstances.

Welcome to The Student-Based Mental Health and Education Summit: Fostering Resilience Through Indigenous Perspectives for At-Risk, Highly Dysregulated, and Technology-Saturated Children and Youth.

On behalf of Jack Hirose & Associates, welcome and thank you for joining us. We are delighted to bring together educators, counsellors, therapists, administrators, and helping professionals from across Canada for three days of practical, evidence-informed learning.

Throughout the conference, you will explore practical strategies for supporting children and youth facing trauma, emotional dysregulation, mental health challenges, and the impacts of today’s digital world, while gaining valuable insights grounded in Indigenous perspectives and resilience-focused practices.

We hope you enjoy both the conference and your time in Victoria, and leave feeling inspired, connected, and equipped with new ideas to support the children and youth in your communities.

Day Two | October 29, 2026

When Students Feel Seen: Social-Emotional Learning as a Tool for Inclusion and Empowerment
Presented by Kelly Cleeve, M.Ed., B.Ed., B.A

8:30am – 4:00pm   October 29, 2026

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

Creating classrooms where every student feels seen, valued, and connected has never been more important. As Canadian classrooms become increasingly diverse, educators are challenged to support students with a wide range of cultural identities, lived experiences, learning needs, and social-emotional strengths. This engaging and interactive workshop explores how social-emotional learning (SEL) can move beyond teaching individual skills to become a powerful framework for fostering belonging, inclusion, and student empowerment.

Grounded in current research and practical classroom experience, participants will examine the connections between social-emotional learning, equity, and student well-being while exploring the barriers that can prevent marginalized and underserved learners from experiencing a true sense of belonging. Through reflective activities, case studies, collaborative discussions, and practical classroom strategies, attendees will discover how relationship-centred, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed approaches can create learning environments where every student is supported to thrive.

Participants will also explore Transformative Social-Emotional Learning (tSEL), critically examine traditional SEL frameworks through an equity lens, and develop practical strategies that honour diverse identities, experiences, and ways of learning. Throughout the day, educators will leave with evidence-informed tools they can immediately apply to strengthen relationships, increase student engagement, and build more inclusive classroom communities.

  • Describe connections between transformative social-emotional learning and fostering a sense of belonging amongst marginalized students in the classroom.
  • Reflect upon their current professional practices and build additional strategies to support all students in their classrooms
  • Welcome, Introductions & Workshop Overview – Establish learning goals, build connections, and set the stage for the day.
  • Belonging, Inclusion & Student Well-Being – Explore the difference between inclusion and belonging and examine why belonging is critical for learning and mental wellness.
  • Understanding Marginalization – Examine barriers faced by marginalized students through research, reflection, and discussion.
  • Introduction to Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) – Learn the CASEL framework and explore how SEL supports belonging, resilience, and student success.
  • Identity, Reflection & Building Empathy – Participate in interactive activities that deepen self-awareness and strengthen classroom connections.
  • Examining SEL Through an Equity Lens – Critically explore traditional SEL frameworks, cultural responsiveness, and inclusive practices for diverse learners.
  • Transformative Social-Emotional Learning (tSEL) – Discover how tSEL promotes equity, belonging, and empowerment for marginalized students.
  • Applying tSEL in Practice – Collaborate on real-world case studies and practical strategies for creating inclusive, relationship-centred learning environments.
  • Collaborative Problem Solving & Professional Reflection – Share ideas, address questions, and develop practical solutions for everyday educational settings.
  • Action Planning for Inclusive Classrooms – Consolidate key learning, reflect on professional practice, and create a personal commitment to fostering belonging and inclusion.

Kelly Cleeve, M.Ed., B.Ed., B.A, with more than twenty years of experience in Canadian education, Kelly Cleeve is a respected educator, facilitator, and lecturer dedicated to advancing social-emotional learning, inclusion, and student well-being. She has worked with teachers, school leaders, and educational organizations across British Columbia and Canada, helping them create learning environments where all students can thrive.

Known for her engaging storytelling, interactive facilitation, and practical, relationship centered approach, Kelly delivers professional learning experiences that inspire reflection and meaningful action. Her workshops and university courses are recognized for blending research, real-world classroom experience, and accessible strategies that educators can immediately apply in their practice.

Drawing on her experience sharing the work of the Dalai Lama Center for Peace and Education and her current role as a lecturer at the University of British Columbia, Kelly is passionate about fostering belonging, emotional literacy, and equity in education. She is committed to supporting educators in building inclusive communities where every learner feels seen, valued, and empowered.

Education and Clinical Professionals: All education and mental health or healthcare professionals who work with children or youth including, but not limited to K–12 Classroom Teachers, School Counsellors, Learning Assistance/Resource Teachers, School Administrators, School Paraprofessionals including Special Education Assistants, Classroom Assistants and Childcare Workers • All other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs including but not limited to: Nurses, Social Workers, Psychologists, Clinical Counsellors, Family Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Addiction Counsellors, Youth Workers, Mental Health Workers, Probation Officers and Community Police Officers.

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