The first annual SELebration conference took place June 2 at the Maize Performing Arts Center, bringing together educators, counselors and school community members for a full day dedicated to social-emotional learning (SEL).
Organized by Drs. Lyndsey Brown, Christie Henderson, Jill Wood and Kimberly Moody — all from the College of Applied Studies — the event featured 20 breakout sessions, more than $500 in SEL-focused giveaways and a keynote by Hanna Kemble Mick that explored the connection between SEL and artificial intelligence.
Participants left feeling both inspired and equipped, with many sharing how they planned to apply new strategies in their schools and communities.
Special thanks to the College of Applied Studies, Maize USD 266, Project Teacher, Le Luci Lighting and Design, Hope Bunker and Credit Union of America for making the event possible.
“SELebration was more than a conference,” Brown said. “It was a powerful reminder of why we do this work. And we couldn’t be prouder of what we created.”
