Returning From Winter Break: A Perfect Time to Refocus on Executive Function Skills

Returning from winter break is always a mix of excitement and adjustment. Students and teachers alike are reconnecting with routines, expectations, and the rhythm of school. For many, January is a time to renew and reset. Why not also refocus on executive function (EF) skills—the skills students rely on to manage learning, behavior, and emotions both in school and in daily life?