Social-Emotional Learning
Saint Peter School’s Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) program develops students’ emotional intelligence alongside our rigorous academic offerings. By learning SEL concepts, students are better equipped to navigate their environment through improved cooperation, communication, goal setting, and decision making. SPS utilizes the Second Step SEL curriculum to accomplish this. Learn more.
What is SEL?
Social-emotional learning (SEL) helps improve kids’ academic performance, curtail bullying, reduce dropout rates, and build character.
Well-implemented SEL programs positively affect students’ success in school. Studies show that social-emotional skills—such as problem-solving, self-regulation, impulse control, and empathy—help improve academics, reduce negative social behaviors like bullying, and create positive classroom climates.
Social-emotional skills also help kids successfully manage everyday life. They help students focus, make good decisions, and become supportive members of their community well beyond school.
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Documented Benefits
Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
Mental Health Matters
By Jessica Chamoun, Intervention Specialist