Social-Emotional Learning

What is SEL? The process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. (CASEL.org)

What does this look like in the MCCSS?

• Explicit SEL instruction
• SEL integrated with academic instruction
• Youth voice and engagement
• Supportive school and classroom climates
• Focus on adult SEL
• Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
• A continuum of integrated supports
• Authentic family partnerships
• Aligned community partnerships
• Systems for continuous improvement

Our school system uses the 7 Mindsets program K-8th grades