Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

Five SEL Components

The five Social Emotional Learning (SEL) components listed below are the main framework for the School Counseling program at Bedford Elementary School. All of my classroom lessons, individual sessions, and group sessions will incorporate one or more SEL component.


  1. Self-Management

  2. Self-Awareness

  3. Responsible Decision-Making

  4. Relationship Skills

  5. Social Awareness


Benefits of SEL

  • Sense of belonging to school environment

  • Prepare students for the real world

  • Improve academics such as test scores, attendance, and grades

  • Increase confidence and independence

  • Decreased emotional distress

  • Positive social behaviors leading to a heathier lifestyle