
Kindness Matters
Prince William County is partnering with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week – “Make Kindness the Norm.” During the week of February 9–15, families and students are encouraged to join our schools in promoting random acts of kindness at school, home, and work. Research behind The Science of Kindness has shown that by participating in acts of kindness, one can feel an increased sense of well-being, belonging, and an overall decrease in stress. Teaching children to act in kind ways has proven to improve self-esteem, increase peer acceptance, and concentration. Schools are invited to collaborate with their schools' Social Emotional Learning (SEL) coaches on how to incorporate kindness week into classrooms and throughout the school building.
Random Acts of Kindness.org |
What does Social Emotional Learning (SEL) have to do with kindness?
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Retrieved from the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation® :

...According to a CASEL (the Collaborative for Academic and Social and Emotional Learning) study, 93% of teachers believe it's important to teach SEL-and 95% of them believe it can be taught. Their confidence was well founded-because they found that teachers who included SEL programs in their instruction saw an 11-17% increase in the academic scores of their students. Read more about how Kindness in the Classroom lessons teach kindness skills through a step-by step framework of Share, Inspire, Empower, Act, and Reflect .
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Kindness at Work:Kindness at work is essential for creating a positive and productive environment. When colleagues treat each other with respect and empathy, it fosters a sense of belonging and collaboration. Simple acts of kindness, such as offering help, giving compliments, or showing appreciation, can significantly boost morale and motivation. By prioritizing kindness, we not only enhance our own well-being but also contribute to a more supportive and successful workplace. Let's make kindness a cornerstone of our professional interactions and watch how it transforms our work culture. FREE Kindness in the Workplace Resources (Random Acts of Kindness Foundation®) |
Norm's Mission: Bringing Kindness to the Workplace |
Kindness Ideas
Kindness Ideas
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE)
- Activities:
- Classroom Resources:
- Kindness Videos for K–2 (Download PDF)
- Kindness Spirit Day Ideas (Download PDF)
School Resources
School Resources
Random Acts of Kindness Foundation:
- 2024-25 Kindness Calendar for Schools (PDF)
- Grades K-5
- Grades 6-8
- High School Curriculum
- Training & Curriculum Activities for the Classroom (PDF Zip File)
- Grab & Go Games & Ice Breakers
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE)
- Activities:
- Classroom Resources:
- Kindness Videos for K–2 (Download PDF)
- Kindness Spirit Day Ideas (Download PDF)