{"id":80166,"date":"2024-10-08T10:57:24","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T15:57:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/casel.org\/?post_type=blogposts&#038;p=80166"},"modified":"2024-10-28T16:01:12","modified_gmt":"2024-10-28T21:01:12","slug":"7-reasons-you-cant-miss-the-2024-sel-exchange","status":"publish","type":"blogposts","link":"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/7-reasons-you-cant-miss-the-2024-sel-exchange\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Reasons You Can\u2019t Miss the 2024 SEL Exchange"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-points\"><strong>Key Points<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are you excited for the <a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>2024 SEL Exchange<\/em><\/a>? Once you see what we\u2019ve got planned, you\u2019ll understand why you can\u2019t afford to miss out!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Education \u201cStars\u201d get top billing for this conference! Check out our roster of featured speakers\u2014and that\u2019s just a small fraction of all the innovators and experts who\u2019ll be in attendance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With CASEL\u2019s 30th Anniversary at hand, it\u2019s time to SELebrate!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connection is the name of the game at the <em>Exchange<\/em>. Learn about all the ways you can meet, mingle, and learn from \u201cyour people\u201d\u2014the educators and leaders who are changing the world!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>This November 12-14, get ready for a three-day experience at the most anticipated SEL event of the year! The <a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>2024 SEL Exchange<\/em>, ACCELERATE: Academic Thriving and Lifelong Learning<\/a> is packed with<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>powerful speakers, cutting-edge sessions, and interactive opportunities to make your work more impactful than ever before. Explore some of the latest research and innovations in SEL and academic integration, then leave with practical resources to apply in your community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve designed every moment to help you ignite your passion, grow your network, and take part in the global movement that\u2019s shaping the future of education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are <strong>7 reasons why you need to be there:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-these-are-your-people\">1. <strong>These Are YOUR People!<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what we heard from one of last year\u2019s attendees, which was echoed again and again throughout the <em>SEL Exchange<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/Found-My-People-Twitter-Post.png?auto=compress&amp;fit=scale&amp;fm=png&amp;h=1069&amp;w=1900\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Found-My-People-Twitter-Post.png 640w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Found-My-People-Twitter-Post.png 1900w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Found-My-People-Twitter-Post.png 300w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Found-My-People-Twitter-Post.png 768w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Found-My-People-Twitter-Post.png 1536w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Found-My-People-Twitter-Post.png 2048w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Found-My-People-Twitter-Post.png 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;So who are the people who come together to learn and ignite change at the <em>SEL Exchange<\/em>? They are the innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators who understand the power of relationships and believe in a world where every young person can thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll find \u201cyour people\u201d in thought-provoking discussions over coffee and lunch on <strong>SEL Main Street<\/strong>, raising a glass in a \u201c<strong>Toast to Innovation<\/strong>\u201d at the research poster presentation, or sparking inspiration while browsing the student art gallery and bookstore. Wherever you are at the <em>Exchange,<\/em> connections are made and ideas come to life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-its-a-selebration-like-no-other\"><strong>2.<\/strong> <strong>It\u2019s a SELebration Like No Other!<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t just a conference\u2014it\u2019s a <em>milestone<\/em>! For <strong>CASEL\u2019s 30th Anniversary<\/strong>, we\u2019re celebrating the remarkable achievements by SEL champions across the world. Join the festivities and joy as we honor the past, present, and future of SEL!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hear about what first-time participants from the 2023 <em>SEL Exchange<\/em> had to say about their experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe title=\"What participants are saying... SEL Exchange Interview with First Time Attendees\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TidVQcVtB68?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-the-stars-of-education-will-be-shining\"><strong>3. The \u201cStars\u201d of Education Will Be Shining!<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the brightest minds head to Chicago this November! With more than 400 exciting speakers across research, practice, and policy, you\u2019ll have a chance to hear from some of the <strong>luminaries of education<\/strong>! Our speakers include: <strong>Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond, Dr. Sara Rimm-Kaufman, Dr. Michael Strambler, Dr. Marc Brackett, David Adams, Dr. Stephanie Jones <\/strong>\u2026 and <a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/2024conference\/featured-sessions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">too many more to name here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/Headshots-SELX-1080x1080-1.png?auto=compress&amp;fit=scale&amp;fm=png&amp;h=1900&amp;w=1900\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Headshots-SELX-1080x1080-1.png 640w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Headshots-SELX-1080x1080-1.png 1900w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Headshots-SELX-1080x1080-1.png 300w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Headshots-SELX-1080x1080-1.png 768w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Headshots-SELX-1080x1080-1.png 1536w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Headshots-SELX-1080x1080-1.png 2048w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/Headshots-SELX-1080x1080-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-discover-new-strategies-and-practical-tools-to-unlock-student-success\"><strong>4. Discover New Strategies and Practical Tools to Unlock Student Success<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>Our theme, <strong>\u201cAccelerate: Academic Thriving and Lifelong Learning,\u201d <\/strong>is a roadmap for student engagement and achievement. With more than 100&nbsp; plenary and breakout sessions, you\u2019ll dig deep into the ways that SEL integrates and supports in <strong>math, science, literacy, and other academic areas<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re looking to design class periods or put policy into action, gain even more expertise through the half-day <a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/conference-sessions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pre-conference sessions<\/a>. You\u2019ll leave with fresh insights, downloadable resources, and next-day solutions that help you energize students and ACCELERATE learning!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-let-your-voice-be-heard\"><strong>5.<\/strong> <strong>Let Your Voice Be Heard!<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>Make a lasting impact in SEL! At the <em>SEL Exchange, <\/em>you\u2019re more than an attendee\u2014 you\u2019re seen, heard, and valued as a critical leader of this movement. Engage in interactive sessions that invite deep dialogue and collaborative problem solving, showcase your education solutions in <a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/2024-sponsors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the exhibit hall<\/a>, or stop by the <strong><em>SEL Unscripted<\/em> Storytelling Booth<\/strong> to share how SEL has impacted your life. (And as a bonus for recording your insights in an audio or video story, you\u2019ll get some neat CASEL swag!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-go-around-the-world-with-sel\"><strong>6. Go Around the World With SEL<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>SEL is a global movement, and the <em>SEL Exchange <\/em>is <strong>an international experience!<\/strong> With SEL leaders from more than 25 countries in attendance, it\u2019s a unique opportunity to connect with a worldwide network of changemakers to exchange ideas and collaborate on innovations. Explore approaches to SEL in diverse cultural contexts, learn about groundbreaking international research, and join the global movement that will be at the forefront of reshaping the future of education for generations to come!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/content\/uploads\/4M1A0176.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0176.jpg 640w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0176.jpg 1900w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0176.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0176.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0176-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-well-being-for-you-too\"><strong>7. Well-Being for You, Too!<\/strong><\/h2><a class=top href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>When was the last time you felt truly rejuvenated and ready to bring your best to every moment? The <em>SEL Exchange<\/em><strong><em> <\/em>fuels your passion and practice <\/strong>by giving you time and space to recharge, connect, and focus on your own learning and growth! Energize and connect to your breath through four relaxing sessions offered throughout the conference, including a morning stretch, morning movement, mindful breathing, and meditation. Return home renewed and inspired to create meaningful impact for young people in your communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/content\/uploads\/4M1A0038-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0038-2.jpg 640w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0038-2.jpg 1900w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0038-2.jpg 300w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0038-2.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0038-2.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A0038-2-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t miss your chance to be part of the 2,000 education champions from around the world to meet and connect. <strong>But be sure to get your tickets before they sell out for this inspiring in-person convening of the SEL field!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/selexchange.casel.org\/2024conference\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Register now!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/content\/uploads\/4M1A1164-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-80175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A1164-3.jpg 640w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A1164-3.jpg 1900w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A1164-3.jpg 300w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A1164-3.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A1164-3.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/casel.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/sites\/1\/.\/4M1A1164-3-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/sel-exchange-sneak-peek-powerful-ways-to-integrate-sel-with-academics\/\">2024 <em>SEL Exchange <\/em><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/sel-exchange-sneak-peek-powerful-ways-to-integrate-sel-with-academics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sneak Peek: Powerful Ways to Integrate SEL With Academics<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/sel-exchange-sneak-peek-mathematics-and-sel-are-a-natural-pair\/\">2024 <em>SEL Exchange <\/em><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/sel-exchange-sneak-peek-mathematics-and-sel-are-a-natural-pair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sneak Peek: Mathematics and SEL Are a Natural Pair<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/the-2023-sel-exchange-what-were-your-highlights\/\">The 2023 <em>SEL Exchange<\/em><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/casel.org\/blog\/the-2023-sel-exchange-what-were-your-highlights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">: What Were Your Highlights?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Write for Us<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you interested in writing for CASEL\u2019s blog, <em>Constellations<\/em>? <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1zSZFveKA8xsmlCADpfDP8t-y9emN0qswHQh1MnfmqBI\/edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more<\/a> about what we\u2019re looking for and how to pitch your idea!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Points Back to top This November 12-14, get ready for a three-day experience at the most anticipated SEL event of the year! 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