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Social-Emotional

Tier 1 Social-Emotional Support

Universal social-emotional learning curriculum and classroom integration strategies designed to support the development of social-emotional competencies for all students. These approaches establish a foundation for positive relationships, self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and responsible decision-making.

Key Components

  • SEL curriculum integration
  • Classroom community building
  • Emotional literacy instruction
  • Conflict resolution teaching
  • Trauma-informed practices

Implementation Strategies

  • Dedicated SEL instruction time
  • Integration with academic content
  • School-wide SEL practices
  • Adult modeling and practice
  • Family engagement in SEL

Assessment Tools

  • SEL competency assessments
  • School climate surveys
  • Student self-reflection tools
  • Observational checklists
  • Universal mental health screening

Evidence-Based Practices

Elementary

  • Morning meetings and closing circles
  • Feelings identification activities
  • Calm-down corners and strategies
  • Friendship skill building

Middle School

  • Advisory SEL curriculum
  • Peer relationship building
  • Stress management techniques
  • Identity development activities

High School

  • Goal-setting and future planning
  • Mindfulness and self-regulation
  • Healthy relationship education
  • Leadership and service learning

Implementation Resources