In previous posts, we’ve discussed Social Emotion Learning (SEL) and the positive impact it can have on student learning. There’s now over a decade of data supporting SEL implementation, and many districts have found ways to sustain and even expand SEL … despite ongoing leadership and budget challenges.*
In 2011, eight large school districts formed a network to share ideas on how to apply SEL research to real-life, districtwide practices. This article shares the lessons they learned from that process, and provides inspiration for schools and districts wanting to emulate their success.
*See previous posts about nationwide concerns in these areas.