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Cultivate more than calm. SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness nurtures whole-person and whole-classroom growth through a heart-centered, inclusive approach.

Smiling Calm Hearts Open Our Learning, Inc. (SCHOOL, Inc.) is a nonprofit organization advancing positive social change through standards-aligned social and emotional learning in public schools.

Our leading service is the SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness program, a style of yoga created by Kelly Wood specifically for public school classrooms. Our program and services help students strengthen the social and emotional learning skills crucial for academic success and empower teachers to use their talents to inspire optimal, peaceful participation by youth during the bell schedule and in life.

The SCHOOL Yoga curriculum has benefited over 2,000 public school teachers and over 46,000 youth. Our approach and methods meet Common Core, Physical Education, and Health State Standards.
 

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"I have learned how to help my students regulate themselves emotionally and exhibit

more positive behavior. I have fostered in them habits that will make them lifelong

learners. Bringing the SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness Program into the classroom

has made me a better teacher as well.” - Carol G., Kindergarten Teacher

 

​ “The kids really are inspired to make better choices, slow down, focus, and be kind to others. All of these skills are very necessary in today’s climate of public schools and essential for learning.”  - Felicia G., 1st – 4th-Grade Teacher​

“SCHOOL Yoga is always a part of my conversation and discussion

as a best practice — what's best for kids.”- Debra L., Principal

Book cover of Calm Breathing Calm Hearts: Social and Emotional Learning for School and Life by Kelly Wood.
KELLY'S NEW BOOK
Calm Breathing Calm Hearts:
Social and Emotional Learning for School and Life

 
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Teachers—Renew Your Motivation, Refresh Your Talents

Join our online training or an upcoming PD session to strengthen student focus, build SEL skills, and nurture your well-being.


Experience the benefits of the SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness program in your K-12 classroom.

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