Social-Emotional Learning

How schools can help children learn to understand and manage their emotions, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions
Future of Work Live Online Discussion Seat at the Table: Understanding the Critical Link Between Student Mental Health and the Future of Work
In recent months, there’s been a rallying cry against the teaching of social-emotional skills. Discover why students need these skills now more than ever.
September 21, 2022
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A Time for SEL Innovation: is Expanded Learning the Answer?
Achievement gaps in academics and social-emotional learning (SEL) are creating pressure for schools and their students. Champions extended-day learning programs offer on-site environments for children to strengthen key developmental skills.
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What skills do students need to succeed in the 21st century? Explore the latest strategies to best prepare students for college, career, and life.
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School Climate & Safety Opinion A World With Truly Safe Schools Is Possible
Human rights education can help end school shootings. Here’s how.
Rebecca Stephens, September 12, 2022
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Student Well-Being Social-Emotional Learning Coalition Will Fight Back Against Politically Charged Attacks
A newly-formed coalition will provide educators with resources for communicating more effectively about SEL and its goals.
Alyson Klein, September 8, 2022
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Student Well-Being Reported Essay We Talk a Lot About Student Mental Health. We Need More Action
The pandemic has brought new attention to student mental health concerns. Schools need sustained help to respond.
Evie Blad, September 6, 2022
9 min read
Student Well-Being Spotlight Spotlight on SEL for Student Trauma
This Spotlight will help you support traumatized students, gain insights into the benefits of prioritizing student well-being, and more.
August 15, 2022
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Student Well-Being Opinion How Trauma-Informed Practice Made Me a Better Teacher
Students aren’t the only ones who need help managing their emotional responses. Here’s where to start.
Melody Hawkins, August 10, 2022
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When SEL Curriculum Is Not Enough: Integrating Social-Emotional Behavior Supports in MTSS
Help ensure the success of your SEL program with guidance for building capacity to support implementation at every tier of your MTSS.
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Top 6 Strategies: How to Engage Families in Social and Emotional Learning
When educators engage with parents and caregivers around social and emotional learning, the benefits go both ways.
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Student Well-Being Video 'This City Is Theirs’: How One Chicago Program Is Implementing SEL
Chicago students at the Carole Robertson Center for Learning build SEL skills to help them deepen their relationships with the community.
Kaylee Domzalski, July 22, 2022
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Student Well-Being Video How Social-Emotional Learning Can Foster Student Growth
An SEL specialist in Chicago is creating a positive relationship between students and teachers, and changing how students see themselves.
Kaylee Domzalski, July 22, 2022
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Student Well-Being Opinion Don't Let Kindness Stand in the Way of Safety
Just as important as teaching kids to be kind is teaching them the importance of awareness and self-advocacy, writes one 4th grade teacher.
Lory Walker Peroff, July 22, 2022
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English-Language Learners Want to Support English-Learners? Prioritize SEL, New Study Finds
Students leaving English-learner programs report greater confidence in their academic abilities. How can SEL reinforce that finding?
Ileana Najarro, July 21, 2022
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