Social Emotional Learning

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) foundations improve academic learning in students and are essential for creating a healthy way of life. SEL can increase a child’s happiness and engagement and reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. SEL Learning includes self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and decision making. A child empowered with these skills is more available to access learning and make academic gains.

What does Social Emotional Learning (SEL) do?
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-SEL helps kids develop coping skills to manage feelings and interpersonal skills.
- Improve social relationships
- Reduce bullying, stress, and anxiety
- Develop and show empathy for others
- Increase in success in school

The five core components of SEL are:
Self-awareness or the identifying of emotions, strengths & needs
Self-management is managing emotions & impulse control.
Social awareness can be learned through perspective-taking, empathy, and diversity awareness.
Relationship skills foundations are successful communication, cooperation, and conflict resolution.
Decision-making or making responsible decisions includes thinking about the consequences of your behavior.