Wings for Kids

Yesterday, we had the honor of hosting Georgia State Representative Kim Schofield M.A., CLC (House District 63) at our Wings for Kids afterschool program at Heritage Academy in Atlanta. Representative Schofield's visit allowed her to see firsthand how our evidence-based social and emotional learning curriculum is making a positive impact on the youth we serve. Our students were thrilled to share their experiences at WINGS and demonstrate the skills they've been developing. We're deeply grateful for Representative Schofield's ongoing support and advocacy for quality #afterschool programming in #Georgia. Her commitment to ensuring all children have access to enriching educational opportunities beyond the school day aligns perfectly with our mission to equip kids with the social and emotional skills they need to succeed in school, stay in #school, and thrive in life. Thank you, Representative Schofield, for your dedication to the children of Georgia and for taking the time to visit Wings at Heritage Academy! Your support strengthens our ability to continue providing transformative experiences for students across Atlanta. ✈️ #AfterSchoolPrograms #SEL #GeorgiaPolitics #Education #WingsForKids #AtlantaEducation

We couldn't agree more with this statement from Adam Grant! Thank you for shining a light on the power of being emotionally expressive, empathic, and sensitive—especially when it comes to kids. Recognizing emotions and self-awareness are ✨superpowers!✨ https://lnkd.in/ePpUBtia

Thanks to City of Charleston and Credit One Charleston Open, WINGS kids had an amazing tennis experience! 🎉🎾 https://lnkd.in/etdd2fQG

Some special guests brought music to life for our kids this week! 🎶 A few talented members of the Charleston Symphony visited our program at the Arthur W. Christopher Community Center, sharing their knowledge of woodwind instruments and treating us to some beautiful tunes. Our kids were captivated—learning about how these instruments work, hearing the different sounds, and even getting to ask questions about what it’s like to be a musician. Moments like these inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love for the arts. A huge thank you to the Charleston Symphony Orchestra for sharing your time and talents with us! 🎵💙 #Grateful #MusicMatters #WingsForKids #CharlestonSymphony

Yesterday, WINGS celebrated Incredible #KidDay across all programs! This special day gives adults the opportunity to pause and tell the amazing young people in our lives just how much they matter. Our incredible Wings Leaders took time to fill out personalized appreciation slips for each of their students, sharing specific qualities they admire. These simple yet meaningful notes created such joy as children read messages highlighting their #kindness, #creativity, #perseverance, and #unique talents. It's easy to get caught up in the hustle of everyday life, but Incredible Kid Day reminds us of the profound impact our words of encouragement can have. When we tell children what makes them special, we help them see their own potential and build the confidence they need to soar.✈️ How did you celebrate the incredible kids in your life yesterday? It's never too late to let a child know they matter. #IncredibleKidDay #WINGSforKids #SEL #YouthDevelopment #AIKD #PositiveEducation Camp Fire

Wise words from our CEO Julia Rugg on a recent EdWeek article from Lauraine Langreo 👀👇

The roots of a tree run deep and wide, providing a strong foundation on which to grow.🌳 Just like a tree, social emotional learning gives kids the foundation they also need to #grow and #thrive. We're nurturing these roots every day. When children develop strong SEL skills, they build a foundation for better mental health and deeper academic involvement—preparing them for future careers and empowering them to be responsible, engaged citizens. This is why our work matters. Strong roots, strong kids, strong futures. #WingsForKids #SEL

Every day is #SELDay at WINGS!✈️ We believe social-emotional learning is a 24/7 journey. That's why we've created FREE downloadable resources to help families continue building SEL skills at home. 🔗 Help kids build resilience, empathy, and self-awareness beyond the classroom with free family resources: https://lnkd.in/eQQbQwuq #SELWeek #SELAtHome #FamilyLearning #WingsForKids

Today is National Social Emotional Learning Day! 🌟 #SELDay At Wings for Kids, we're passionate about empowering children with the skills they need to succeed—not just in school, but in all aspects of life. Social emotional learning helps kids build resilience, empathy, self-confidence and so much more. We're proud to support students in developing these critical life skills every single day. Like, repost, and share to spread the word! #SELDay #EducationMatters #YouthEmpowerment

The countdown to #SELDay 2025 is on!✈️ On March 3rd, we’ll join educators, youth leaders, and advocates worldwide to celebrate the power of social emotional learning (SEL). This year, let’s make SEL Day bigger than ever! Whether you’re hosting an event, sharing an SEL success story, or engaging students in a meaningful discussion, every action helps spread the message that SEL is essential. How will you champion SEL on March 3rd? Read how WINGS is creating communities of care and download our free Community of Care Starter Kit to help foster skills in schools and homes in your community: https://lnkd.in/en9_HjZb ⬅️ #SELDay #SELMatters #SocialEmotionalLearning #WingsforKids