Shared Agreements: A consensus formed by a group that frames how members wish to interact and relate with each other. They are enforced by the group, rather than authority figure (Reference: National Equity Project).
Expand adult learning through structures such as professional learning communities and mentoring opportunities.
Students have a unique perspective on how high-level decisions impact the day-to-day life of the school, and their voices are critical to quality schoolwide SEL implementation. By listening to students, schools can make informed decisions about the changes that will best support all learners.
Create a stable budget for SEL resources, professional learning, and staffing to support the sustainability of SEL efforts.
Strategies for Establishing School-OST-Family Partnerships in Support of SEL
Professional Learning About SEL
As staff use shared agreements to guide their interactions, it’s essential that they also reflect on their own social and emotional growth.
Build foundational support by establishing an SEL team, fostering SEL awareness, and developing a shared vision.
The SEL team serves as a model for positive practices that promote healthy relationships among adults, students, and families. It’s highly beneficial to build a strong team dynamic and positive working relationship by developing group norms and team routines.
Foster supportive classroom environments that engage in explicit SEL and integrate SEL throughout instruction.
This process helps schools create an environment that supports students in developing the academic, social, and emotional competencies that they need to navigate the world.
An important part of building staff skills around SEL is modeling by school leaders. These strategies can provide ideas for administrators and leadership teams to build relationships and show staff they are cared for and appreciated.