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Before the Bell Rings

Before the Bell Rings

Written by: Amy Jones
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Join SEL coaches Amy Jones and Shayla Fountain as they bring social-emotional learning to life for educators everywhere. With over 30 years of combined experience working with learners from PreK through adulthood, Amy and Shayla share practical classroom strategies, thoughtful conversations, and real-world tools that support student growth. Each episode focuses on helping students build self-awareness, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills, while empowering educators with ideas they can actually use. Whether you’re new to SEL or looking to deepen your practice, this podcast offers encouragement, expertise, and actionable tips to support the whole child.

Amy Jones
Self-Help Success
Episodes
  • Summer Reset: Recharging your mind and body
    May 18 2026

    As the school year winds down, we reflect on the importance of slowing down, recharging, and embracing social-emotional wellness during the summer months. We share practical ways educators can reconnect with themselves through mindfulness, rest, hobbies, meaningful relationships, local adventures, and guilt-free downtime. From journaling and quiet moments to professional growth opportunities and reconnecting with friends, this episode is packed with encouragement and realistic ideas to help teachers reset emotionally and mentally before the next school year begins. Perfect for educators looking to find balance, joy, and renewed energy this summer.

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    12 mins
  • Who is Raising Our Kids Online?
    May 7 2026

    From Roblox videos to “self-improvement” gurus, today’s kids are growing up in a nonstop stream of influence. This episode explores how algorithms, influencers, and parasocial relationships shape the way young people think about masculinity, beauty, success, and self-worth. We unpack the hidden messages behind the content kids consume, the pressure to monetize attention, and how parents and teachers can help children build media literacy, critical thinking, and healthier sources of inspiration online.

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    12 mins
  • From Meltdown to Mindful
    Apr 28 2026

    What’s really happening in the brain when stress and anxiety take over? In this episode, we break it down in a way that actually makes sense and is immediately useful.

    You’ll explore how the brain responds to big emotions, why “name it to tame it” works, and what’s going on beneath the surface when students feel overwhelmed. Plus, we share practical, classroom-ready strategies to help students build emotional awareness and regulation skills.

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    16 mins
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