Our VISION?  Strengthening SEL implementation at all levels with refined fidelity

What is Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)? ...

... a dynamic process through which people acquire and effectively apply awareness and skills in managing emotions, setting goals, establishing relationships, and making responsible decisions that support success in school and in life.     -HB 4454

The goal with integrating evidence-based social emotional learning approaches is to support the whole child, including the development of positive character traits in conjunction with academic skill building to form the full picture of student learning and growth.       -HB 1026, Character Traits

Our PLAN?

Elementary School Level: Regardless of the program employed for SEL, elementary students are learning to understand and discuss their emotions, and beginning to form a clearer sense of self and their goals, while developing problem solving skills and learning about social norms. Classroom routines are structured to offer opportunities to practice social awareness, communication, and self-management skills.

All elementary school campuses have access to SEL resources, lessons, Check-Ins and an SEL brief assessment through SchooLinks.

Middle School Level: Middle school students are experiencing more complex social situations, and learning to navigate group dynamics and resolve conflicts. At this age and stage, students are developing a stronger sense of self while learning to analyze the impact of their choices, and make complex decisions. In the classroom, students  can be encouraged to contribute ideas regarding learning opportunities, school climate, and needed support.

All middle school campuses have limited access to SEL resources, lessons, Check-Ins and an SEL brief assessment through SchooLinks.  

High School Level: High school students are making decisions based on their values, defining more clearly what they believe is right and wrong, while also gaining clarity about their life goals and how they want to contribute to the world. At school, students can make the most of opportunities to use their voice, collaborate with peers, and make deeper connections to their learning and engage as leaders, problem-solvers, and decision-makers.

All high school campuses have limited access to SEL resources, lessons, Check-Ins and an SEL brief assessment through SchooLinks.

Feeder School Alignment: While no one program is a ‘one-size-fits-all’ intervention (Wigelsworth et al., 2016) the benefits of integrating a program campus-wide are reflected in a shared language and common outcome goals. Implementation of targeted SEL programs at each level of development supports a differentiated approach to meeting the individualized needs of students progressing through key developmental shifts and stages.

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The videos below include closed captioning in English & Spanish.