Explore the indicators of schoolwide SEL

Schoolwide SEL is a systemic approach to integrating academic, social, and emotional learning across all school contexts. This approach provides a learning environment that infuses SEL into all aspects of instruction and promotes equitable outcomes for all students, and is evidenced by these indicators.

Assemble an SEL Team

By building an SEL team that reflects the school community and incorporates many points of view, the school will be better able to meet its needs and build commitment to SEL.

How it Works

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.

Build an SEL team

The SEL team is a dedicated, representative group of individuals whose task is to lead a coordinated approach and continuous improvement of schoolwide SEL implementation.

Equity and SEL

SEL is a powerful lever for creating caring, just, inclusive, and healthy communities that support all individuals in reaching their fullest potential.

Practices for Leaders

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.

Aligning SEL and Academic Objectives

As your SEL team works with teachers to align SEL and academic objectives, it’s also important to consider how the content is delivered so that it supports the practice of social and emotional competencies.

School

Align schoolwide systems, policies, programs, and practices to promote SEL for students.

Where to Start

The CASEL Guide to Schoolwide SEL provides an intentional and collaborative implementation process. Find out where to begin.

Track Progress

Monitoring and reflecting on your progress toward Schoolwide SEL is an important part of quality implementation. Here are three tools that can help.