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The Sown To Grow blog

The Back-to-School Belonging Strategy Schools Can't Afford to Skip

Discover how consistent student check-ins help educators identify needs early, strengthen relationships, and prevent challenges before they escalate.

The Sown To Grow Team

August 6, 2026

Press Release: Sown To Grow Awarded National Science Foundation Small Business Innovation Research Grant for $1.25M

Press Release: Sown To Grow Awarded National Science Foundation SBIR Grant for $1.25M

Read about our research & development work—funded by the National Science Foundation Small Business Innovation Research Grant—to improve student well-being, academic outcomes, and educator effectiveness.

The Sown To Grow Team

August 3, 2026

Los Angeles Unified Leaders Speaking About Belonging & its Impact on Attendance

From “Gotcha” to “I’ve Got You” — Reflections from the CA MTSS Conference on the Importance of Connection and Belonging

Explore why school transformation requires building trusting relationships, elevating student voice, and adopting an supportive culture to improve attendance and help every student thrive.

Laurie DeWalt

July 24, 2026

Ellen Colvig's journey with SEL, mindfulness, & wellness

The Weekly Rhythm One Teacher Used to Make Well-Being Routine

Read how one all-star teacher's Mindfulness & Yoga elective helped students strengthen SEL competencies—and discover easy ways you can use the framework to weave well-being into the school day.