Implement SEL systemically as a public health approach with shared vision, adult SEL, aligned programs, and continuous improvement¶

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Description¶

The report recommends that sustainable SEL requires supportive infrastructures and systemic efforts with core features: developing a shared vision integrating SEL with academic learning, building professional development infrastructure, establishing SEL learning standards, adopting evidence-based programs, integrating SEL into all school goals, communicating with parents, coordinating with mental health services, and establishing a staff learning community using data. It frames SEL as a universal Tier 1 intervention within a multi-tiered system of support.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

• Effective teacher and staff training and administrative support are essential for effective SEL implementation and sustainable system change
• A principal's active support for implementation of SEL programming is essential

Constraints¶

• It is common for schools to adopt SEL curricula without providing essential initial training, ongoing coaching and mentoring, or technical support

Target Learners¶

• all students in PreK–12 schools
• school leaders and teachers

Target Learning Goals¶

• social and emotional competencies
• supportive school climate
• equitable student outcomes

Related Strategies¶

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Examples¶

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Key Sources¶

• Greenberg, M. T. (2023). Evidence for social and emotional learning in schools. Learning Policy Institute. https://doi.org/10.54300/928.269