The Greater Good Science Center offers educators a fresh daily calendar for May 2026 filled with tips to build kinder, more inclusive school environments. Alongside this, a summer community of practice invites teachers to deepen empathy, curiosity, and intellectual humility.
- Daily calendar promotes kindness and humility in schools
- Summer series focuses on belonging through empathy and curiosity
- Special virtual event explores the power of awe with PBS Kids
What happened
For May 2026, the Greater Good Science Center released a special Happiness Calendar designed specifically for educators. This calendar offers daily tips and reflections aimed at fostering a culture of kindness, belonging, and humility within school communities. The goal is to help educators create environments where every student feels valued and included.
In addition to the calendar, the center announced a summer community of practice called Bridging for Belonging. This seven-session online series will guide educators in cultivating empathy, curiosity, and intellectual humility, helping them connect more deeply with students and colleagues. A virtual screening and discussion event around the theme of awe is also scheduled in collaboration with PBS Kids.
Why it feels good
Humility, often overlooked, serves as a quiet but powerful foundation for building healthy relationships and open-minded communities. By embracing humility, educators can model respectful curiosity and authentic listening, helping students feel safe to express themselves and learn from one another.
Programs like the Bridging for Belonging series help create supportive spaces where educators grow personally and professionally. These efforts foster emotional well-being, reduce isolation, and encourage healing, benefiting teachers and students alike. The sense of shared purpose and connection nurtured through these practices brings warmth and satisfaction to the school environment.
What to enjoy or watch next
Educators are encouraged to explore the May Happiness Calendar daily for practical ideas to inspire kindness and belonging in their classrooms. Engaging with the calendar can become a gentle daily ritual that supports personal and community growth throughout the month.
On May 13, a virtual event featuring creators and scientists behind the PBS Kids special Wowsabout will explore awe, a powerful emotion that can deepen curiosity and wonder in young learners. Participating in this event can enrich educators’ toolkits for inspiring their students' sense of awe and discovery.