The science is clear: educational programs that intentionally develop trusting & healthy relationships outperform all other curricula on so many levels - greater participation, improved academic performance, stronger communities & extremely happy students. Most teachers have understood that building connections was important alongside the content being taught, but the science now shows that connections IS the content. This highly interactive session & discussion will explore the latest science and research that supports and encourages the intentional development of wellbeing as the central focus of group-based programs. Developing & nourishing a student's well-being is the pathway to scaffolding their success. Mark will present a series of fun group games and activities that reflect these wellbeing principles and can easily be integrated into your existing HPE to help your students feel connected and valued.