Early BYRD
NEST Sites:
Local School Partners
Transform your school into a NEST (Nurturing Emotional Skills Together) site, where young minds take flight through engaging social-emotional learning and mindfulness practices. As a NEST site partner, your school joins a thriving ecosystem of K-5 learning communities dedicated to creating safe, supportive spaces where students build essential life skills.
By becoming a NEST site, you’re cultivating a sanctuary for social-emotional growth—helping students thrive in and beyond the classroom.
Each NEST Site Partnership includes:
Dedicated BYRD Flight Instructors trained in
research-based SEL practices
A comprehensive curriculum aligned with state standards and frameworks
Professional development for staff and faculty
Resources for family, caregiver, and community engagement
Ongoing support and evaluation of program effectiveness
Build your NEST Site
Creating a NEST site is simple yet impactful. Here’s what it takes to bring transformative social-emotional learning to your school:
Time: Two 30-minute sessions per week over a 10-week implementation period.
Space: A dedicated area for movement and exploration, both indoors and outdoors.
Partnership: Collaboration between school-based staff and BYRD Flight Instructors.
Community: Family engagement events to strengthen connections and expand the impact.
Growth: Straightforward feedback practices to evaluate session success and refine.
Support: Two10-week program options designed to enrich and empower your community.