Continuous Improvement: Deliberate and structured process to address problems or improve outcomes. This involves collecting and using implementation and outcome data to improve all SEL-related systems, practices, and policies with a focus on equity. CASEL - Indicators of Schoolwide SEL
Integrate Student Supports with SEL
By integrating SEL into student support services through a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS), schools are better equipped to ensure that all students have what they need to succeed.
Explicit SEL instruction refers to consistent opportunities for students to cultivate, practice, and reflect on social and emotional competencies in ways that are developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive.
Social and emotional learning is essential to every child’s education.
Foster a Supportive School Climate
Schoolwide norms help operationalize how all staff and students will contribute to a school culture that achieves their shared vision.
FAQs on Schoolwide Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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A Supportive Classroom Environment
A supportive and equitable environment in all classrooms serves as a platform for all academic, social and emotional learning. At the core of a supportive classroom is a caring, engaging teacher who establishes authentic trusting relationships with each student.
Engage all members of the school community in foundational learning opportunities to help them understand their role in schoolwide SEL.
Support staff in cultivating personal social and emotional competencies and fostering the competencies of peers and students.
Support staff in modeling SEL competencies, mindsets, and skills throughout the school community.
Develop a coordinated approach for supporting students’ social and emotional learning across the school, classrooms, homes, and communities.