SEBL

Mindset Standards

School counselors encourage the following mindsets for all students.

M 1. Belief in development of whole self, including a healthy balance of mental, social/emotional and physical well-being

M 2. Sense of acceptance, respect, support and inclusion for self and others in the school environment  

M 3. Positive attitude toward work and learning 

M 4.  Self-confidence in ability to succeed

M 5. Belief in using abilities to their fullest to achieve high-quality results and outcomes

M 6. Understanding that postsecondary education and lifelong learning are necessary for long-term success

Behavior Standards: School counselors provide culturally sustaining instruction, appraisal and advisement, and counseling to help all students demonstrate: 

Learning Strategies

B-LS 1. Critical thinking skills to make informed decisions

B-LS 2. Creative approach to learning, tasks and problem solving

B-LS 3. Time-management, organizational and study skills

B-LS 4. Self-motivation and self- direction for learning

B-LS 5. Media and technology skills to enhance learning

B-LS 6. High-quality standards for tasks and activities

B-LS 7. Long- and short-term academic, career and social/emotional goals

B-LS 8. Engagement in challenging coursework

B-LS 9. Decision-making informed by gathering evidence, getting others’ perspectives and recognizing personal bias 

B-LS 10. Participation in enrichment and extracurricular activities

Self-Management Skills

B-SMS 1. Responsibility for self and actions

B-SMS 2. Self-discipline and self-control

B-SMS 3. Independent work

B-SMS 4. Delayed gratification for long-term rewards

B-SMS 5. Perseverance to achieve long- and short-term goals

B-SMS 6. Ability to identify and overcome barriers 

B-SMS 7. Effective coping skills

B-SMS 8. Balance of school, home and community activities

B-SMS 9. Personal safety skills

B-SMS 10. Ability to manage transitions and adapt to change

Social Skills

B-SS 1. Effective oral and written communication skills and listening skills

B-SS 2. Positive, respectful and supportive relationships with students who are similar to and different from them

B-SS 3. Positive relationships with adults to support success

B-SS 4. Empathy

B-SS 5. Ethical decision-making and social responsibility

B-SS 6. Effective collaboration and cooperation skills

B-SS 7. Leadership and teamwork skills to work effectively in diverse groups

B-SS 8. Advocacy skills for self and others and ability to assert self, when necessary 

B-SS 9. Social maturity and behaviors appropriate to the situation and environmentSocial maturity and behaviors appropriate to the situation and environment

B-SS 10. Cultural awareness, sensitivity and responsiveness

1. Self-Awareness

SEL.1A Demonstrate an awareness of their emotions

SEL.2.1A.1 Recognize and label their emotions/feelings

SEL.2.1A.2 Describe their emotions and the situations that cause them (triggers)

SEL.2.1B Demonstrate an awareness of their personal traits, including their strengths and interests

SEL.2.1B.1 Identify their likes and dislikes 

SEL.2.1B.2 Describe things they do well or the knowledge that they have 

SEL.2.1B.3 Describe an activity/task in which they may need help in order to improve 

SEL.1C Demonstrate awareness of their external supports

SEL.2.1C.1 Identify at least one adult they trust 

SEL.2.1C.2 Identify situations they need to seek help from an adult (big problem/small problem) 

SEL.2.1C.3 Recognize how and where to get help in an emergency situation  

SEL.1D Demonstrate a sense of personal responsibility

SEL.2.1D.1 Understand their responsibility to meet schoolwide safety expectations knowing it promotes a safe and productive environment 

SEL.2.1D.2 Recognize that there are positive and negative consequences for their choices and actions 

2. Self-Management

SEL.2A Identify and manage their emotions and behavior constructively

SEL.2.2A.1 Utilizes techniques that allow them to calm themselves 

SEL.2.2A.2 Practice using words to share their feelings about an interaction or situation rather than physically aggressively expressing feelings

SEL.2.2A.3 Practice moving to a “calm down” space in the room after a triggering event  

SEL.2B Demonstrate honesty and integrity

SEL.2.2B.1 Describe a situation when they could have lied but they told the truth 

SEL.2.2B.2 Shares reasons why they follow classroom/school rules (their own safety, the safety of others, reducing chance of damaging property, etc.) 

SEL.2.2B.3 Describe the differences and consequences/benefits in lying and truth telling  

SEL.2C Set, monitor, adapt and evaluate goals to achieve success in school and life

SEL.2.2C.1 Identify a short-term goal (wish, dream) 

SEL.2.2C.2 Determine whether the goal is under their control or someone else’s control 

SEL.2.2C.3 Identify and take steps needed to accomplish a short-term goal 

SEL.2.2C.4 Identify people who can support them in reaching their short-term goal  

3. Social Awareness

SEL.3A. Demonstrate awareness of other people's emotions and perspectives

SEL.2.3A.1 Uses listening and attention skills to identify the feelings and perspectives of others (face, body, voice) 

SEL.2.3A.2 Recognize that words and actions can hurt others  

SEL.3B Demonstrate consideration for others and a desire to positively contribute to the school and community

SEL.2.3B.1 Recognize and name how they can help others within their school, home, and community 

SEL.2.3B.2 Identify how they help others and how they feel about helping, e.g. feed the dog, share, clean-up when asked  

SEL.3C Demonstrate an awareness of different cultures and a respect for human dignity

SEL.2.3C.1 Describe ways that people are similar and different 

SEL.2.3C.2 Name positive qualities in people that cross all cultures and groups  

SEL.3D Can read social cues and respond constructively

SEL.2.3D.1 Understand the importance of and demonstrate respect for personal space 

SEL.2.3D.2 Appropriately engage in play with others, i.e. introduce self, ask permission, join in, and invite others to join in 

SEL.2.3D.3 Wait their turn, observe the situation, and know when it’s appropriate to respond  

4. Relationship Skills

SEL.4A Use positive communication and social skills to interact effectively with others

SEL.2.4A.1 Pay attention to others when they are speaking

SEL.2.4A.2 Demonstrate the use of verbal etiquette (use please, thank you, excuse me, etc.) 

SEL.2.4A.3 Take turns and share with others 

SEL.2.4A.4 Effectively and appropriately communicate needs, wants, and ideas in a respectful manner  

SEL.4B Develop and maintain positive relationships

SEL.2.4B.1 Identify the multiple types of relationships they have with others 

SEL.2.4B.2 List traits of a good friend 

SEL.2.4B.3 Demonstrate ability to make new friends 

SEL.2.4B.4 Identify and practice behaviors such as active listening, and sharing to maintain positive relationships  

SEL.4C Demonstrate an ability to prevent, manage and resolve interpersonal conflicts in helpful ways

SEL.2.4C.1 Identify interpersonal problems they need adult help to resolve and appropriately ask for help 

SEL.2.4C.2 Recognize there are many ways to solve conflicts and practice solving problems using a menu of choices, including the use of “I” messages” 

SEL.2.4C.3 Identify and state feelings and problem in conflict  

5. Responsible Decision Making

SEL.5A Uses personal, ethical, safety and cultural factors in making decisions

SEL.2.5A.1 Recognize that one has choices in how to respond

SEL.2.5A.2 Identify ways to promote safety for oneself and others 

SEL.2.5A.3 Identify ways to respond to unfamiliar adults in different settings 

SEL.2.5A.4 Stand up for a friend/peer and lets others know when a person is being treated unfairly  

SEL.5B Develop, implement and model effective decision-making skills to deal responsibly with daily academic and social situations

SEL.2.5B.1 Recognize that they have choices in how to respond to situations 

SEL.2.5B.2 Implement stop, think, and act strategies in solving problems 

SEL.2.5B.3 Demonstrate social and classroom behavior (ask permission, listen to speaker, ask for help, offer to help, participate) 

SEL.2.5B.4 Demonstrate constructive academic behaviors and selfregulation (listen, pay attention, follow directions, ignore distractions)  

SEL.5C Play a developmentally appropriate role in classroom management and positive school climate

SEL.2.5C.1 Recognize the various roles of the personnel that govern the school (all staff) 

SEL.2.5C.2 Participate in individual roles and responsibilities in the classroom and in school  

1. Self-Awareness

SEL.1A Demonstrate an awareness of their emotions

SEL.5.1A.1 Recognize intensity levels of their emotions

SEL.5.1A.2 Recognize how emotion can change

SEL.5.1A.3 Recognize how thoughts are linked with emotions and emotions are linked to behavior

SEL 5.1A.4 Describe ways emotions impact their behavior(s)

SEL.5.1A.5 Draw an ‘anger thermometer’ and discuss why they might move along the thermometer 

SEL.1B Demonstrate an awareness of their personal traits, including their strengths and interests

SEL.5.1B.1 Describe their personal identities, e.g., gender identity, race, ethnicity, national origin, disabilities, etc. 

SEL.5.1B.2 Describe the personal traits they possess that make them successful members of their classroom and school community 

SEL.5.1B.3 Describe their growth areas, prioritize the personal traits and interests that they want to develop and explore opportunities to develop them 

SEL.1C Demonstrate awareness of their external supports

SEL.5.1C.1 Recognize qualities of positive role models in their lives 

SEL.5.1C.2 Identify positive adults in various facets of their lives 

SEL.5.1C.3 Identify peer, home, and school supports and/or resources they can access to help solve problems 

SEL.1D Demonstrate a sense of personal responsibility

SEL.5.1D.1 Define what it means to be responsible and can identify things for which they are responsible 

SEL.5.1D.2 Explain the benefits of being responsible 

SEL.5.1D.3 Demonstrate ability to say “no” to negative peer pressure  

2. Self-Management

SEL.2A Identify and manage their emotions and behavior constructively

SEL.5.2A.1 Use self-monitoring strategies such as self-talk to regulate emotions 

SEL.5.2A.2 Respond effectively to pressure situations, e.g., walk away, seek help or mediation 

SEL.5.2A.3 Communicate their perspective on triggering behaviors or situations using I-messages 

SEL.5.2A.4 Express emotions in a respectful manner  

SEL.2B Demonstrate honesty and integrity

SEL.5.2B.1 Tell the truth in a difficult situation, while honoring personal boundaries 

SEL.5.2B.2 Follow through on their commitments  

SEL.2C Set, monitor, adapt and evaluate goals to achieve success in school and life

SEL.5.2C.1 Distinguish between long term and short term goals 

SEL.5.2C.2 Describe why learning is important in achieving personal goals 

SEL.5.2C.3 Evaluate the action steps taken to accomplish a goal and identify what, if anything, they could have done differently to facilitate that 

SEL.5.2C.4 Identify resources that help them achieve their goals, i.e., home, school, and community support  

3. Social Awareness

SEL.3A Demonstrate awareness of other people's emotions and perspectives

SEL.5.3A.1 Predict how their own behavior affects the emotions of others 

SEL.5.3A.2 Define and understand perspective/point of view 

SEL.5.3A.3 Use listening skills to identify the feelings/ perspectives of others 

SEL.5.3A.4 Recognize how words and actions can hurt others in different ways 

SEL.3B Demonstrate consideration for others and a desire to positively contribute to the school and community

SEL.5.3B.1 Share reasons for helping others 

SEL.5.3B.2 Identify roles they have that contribute to their school, home, and neighboring community 

SEL.5.3B.3 Work together with peers to address a need  

SEL.3C Demonstrate an awareness of different cultures and a respect for human dignity

SEL.5.3C.1 Identify contributions of various social and cultural groups 

SEL.5.3C.2 Recognize that people from different cultural and social groups share many things in common and identify similarities/differences 

SEL.5.3C.3 Define stereotyping, discrimination, and prejudice  

SEL.3D Can read social cues and respond constructively

SEL.5.3D.1 Describe tone and how it is used to communicate to others 

SEL.5.3D.2 Describe the impact of body language and facial expressions in communication 

SEL.5.3D.3 Develop awareness that social cues may be different among various groups 

4. Relationship Skills

SEL.4A Use positive communication and social skills to interact effectively with others

SEL.5.4A.1 Give and receive compliments in a genuine manner 

SEL.5.4A.2 Use attentive listening skills to foster better communication 

SEL.5.4A.3 Demonstrate good sportsmanship 

SEL.5.4A.4 Demonstrate cooperative behaviors in a group, e.g. listen, encourage, acknowledge opinions, compromise, reach consensus  

SEL.4B Develop and maintain positive relationships

SEL.5.4B.1 Recognize the difference between helpful and harmful behaviors in relationships  

SEL.5.4B.2 Identify a problem in a relationship and seek appropriate assistance 

SEL.5.4B.3 Understand the positive and negative impact of peer pressure on self and others  

SEL.4C Demonstrate an ability to prevent, manage and resolve interpersonal conflicts in helpful ways

SEL.5.4C.1 Show an understanding of conflict as a natural part of life 

SEL.5.4C.2 Describe causes and effects of conflicts, including how their behavior impacts others emotions 

SEL.5.4C.3 Distinguish between destructive and constructive ways of dealing with conflict 

SEL.5.4C.4 Activate the steps of a peaceful conflict resolution process (listen, express feelings, discuss solutions, make amends, etc.)  

5. Responsible Decision Making

SEL.5A Use his personal, ethical, safety and cultural factors in making decisions

SEL.5.5A.1 Identify social norms that affect decision making 

SEL.5.5A.2 Define cyber-bullying and response strategies 

SEL.5.5A.3 Identify when someone is targeted and how to respond to a situation to support the individual  

SEL.5.5A.4 Recognize and describe how the media can influence one's behavior 

SEL.5.5A.5 Stand up for self or a peer who is being disrespected  

SEL.5B Develop, implement and model effective decision-making skills to deal responsibly with daily academic and social situations

SEL.5.5B.1 Describe the steps of a decisionmaking model 

SEL.5.5B.2 Generate alternative solutions to problems and predict possible outcomes 

SEL.5.5B.3 Effectively participate in group decision-making processes 

SEL.5.5B.4 Demonstrate academic behaviors and self-regulation skills such as organization, completing assignments, planning  

SEL.5C Play a developmentally appropriate role in classroom management and positive school climatePositive relationships with adults to support success

SEL.5.5C.1 Identify and organize materials needed to be prepared for class 

SEL.5.5C.2. Understand personal relationships with personnel that govern the school 

SEL.5.5C.3 Discuss and model appropriate classroom behavior individually and collectively  

1. Self-Awareness

SEL.1A Demonstrate an awareness of their emotions

SEL.8.1A.1 Recognize uncomfortable emotions as indicators of situations in need of attention 

SEL.8.1A.2 Identify emotional states that contribute to or detract from their ability to problem solve 

SEL.8.1A.3 Explain the possible outcomes associated with the different forms of communicating their emotions

SEL.1B Demonstrate an awareness of their personal traits, including their strengths and interests

SEL.8.1B.1 Analyze how their personal traits and temperaments influence choices, successes, and areas of growth 

SEL.8.1B.2 Apply self-reflection techniques to recognize their potential, strengths, and growth areas 

SEL.8.1B.3 Administer school-to-work personality trait tests 

SEL.1C Demonstrate awareness of their external supports

SEL.8.1C.1 Identify positive peer/adult support they can access  

SEL.8.1C.2 Evaluate the benefits of additional external supports when they participate in extracurricular activities 

SEL.8.1C.3 Recognize outside influences on the development of their personal traits and discern whether those influences are supportive or non-supportive 

SEL.1D Demonstrate a sense of personal responsibility

SEL.8.1D.1 Identify the areas of school and life that are within their control 

SEL.8.1D.2 Analyze the short and longterm outcomes of risky and harmful behaviors on their health and wellbeing 

SEL.8.1D.3 Identify behaviors they can choose to support their health and wellbeing 

SEL.8.1D.4 Explain the connection between choice and responsibility for the consequences involved if they engage in risky and harmful behaviors 

SEL.8.1D.5 Recognize, establish, and adhere to their own personal boundaries  

2. Self-Management

SEL.2A Identify and manage their emotions and behavior constructively

SEL.8.2A.1 Apply strategies that help them manage stressful situations and persevere toward successful performance 

SEL.8.2A.2 Reflect on possible consequences, both positive and negative, before expressing an emotion or engaging in a particular behavior 

SEL.8.2A.3 Evaluate the role attitude plays in success i.e., pessimism vs. optimism 

SEL.2B Demonstrate honesty and integrity

SEL.8.2B.1 Understand the benefits of honesty to building and sustaining healthy relationships 

SEL.8.2B.2 Understand the benefits of having personal integrity for life success  

SEL.2C Set, monitor, adapt and evaluate goals to achieve success in school and life

SEL.8.2C.1 Analyze factors that lead to goal achievement (for example, managing time, adequate resources, confidence) 

SEL.8.2C.2 Describe the effect personal habits (both positive and negative) have on school and personal goals. Discuss ideas about how to shift negative habits to more supportive habits 

SEL.8.2C.3 Describe and evaluate action steps for achieving short-term and long-term goals, utilizing institutional, community, and external supports  

3. Social Awareness

SEL.3A Demonstrate awareness of other people's emotions and perspectives

SEL.8.3A.1 Analyze ways their behavior may affect the feelings of others and adjust accordingly 

SEL.8.3A.2 Provide support and encouragement to others in need 

SEL.8.3A.3 Accept and show respect for other people’s opinions  

SEL.3B Demonstrate consideration for others and a desire to positively contribute to the school and community

SEL.8.3B.1 Explain how their decisions and behaviors affect the well-being of their school and community 

SEL.8.3B.2 Explore a community or global need and generate possible solutions 

SEL.8.3B.3 Engage in social critique and make decisions that will lead to social change  

SEL.3C Demonstrate an awareness of different cultures and a respect for human dignity

SEL.8.3C.1 Analyze how people of different groups can help one another and enjoy each other’s company 

SEL.8.3C.2 Explain how individual, social, and cultural differences may increase vulnerability to stereotyping and identify ways to address this  

SEL.3D Can read social cues and respond constructively

SEL.8.3D.1 Observe social situations and respectfully respond in a culturally sensitive way, e.g. school dance, peer pressure situations, cliques, public speaking 

SEL.8.3D.2 Recognize and maintain personal boundaries of others (friends, family members, and teachers) 

SEL.8.3D.3 Demonstrate how your personal boundaries affect interactions with others

4. Relationship Skills

SEL.4A Use positive communication and social skills to interact effectively with others

SEL.8.4A.1 Practice reflective listening 

SEL.8.4A.2 Demonstrate an ability to take the necessary role, e.g., leader or team player, to achieve group goals 

SEL.8.4A.3 Use understanding of how and why others respond in a given situation (assertive, passive, or aggressive) in order to respond respectfully and effectively to others  

SEL.4B Develop and maintain positive relationships

SEL.8.4B.1 Distinguish between helpful and harmful peer pressure 

SEL.8.4B.2 Demonstrate strategies for resisting harmful peer pressure 

SEL.8.4B.3 Involve themselves in positive activities with their peer group 

SEL.8.4B.4 Develop friendships based on personal values 

SEL.8.4B.5 Identify the impact of social media in developing and sustaining positive relationships 

SEL.8.4B.6 Understand the difference between safe and risky behaviors in a relationship  

SEL.4C Demonstrate an ability to prevent, manage and resolve interpersonal conflicts in helpful ways

SEL.8.4C.1 Identify the roles of individuals in conflict and understand their responsibility in reaching resolution 

SEL.8.4C.2 Apply conflict resolution skills to de-escalate, defuse, and resolve differences 

SEL.8.4C.3 Generate ideas about how all parties in conflict might get their needs met  

SEL.8.4C.4 Access positive supports when needed in a conflict situation/crisis  

5. Responsible Decision Making

SEL.5A Use his personal, ethical, safety and cultural factors in making decisions

SEL.8.5A.1 Evaluate how honesty, respect, fairness, and compassion enable one to take the needs of others into account when making decisions 

SEL.8.5A.2 Apply bystander strategies, e.g., intervene, advocate, or get adult support based on context, during a situation of peer aggression, intimidation or harassment 

SEL.8.5A.3 Analyze the reasons for school and societal rules, and how they impact decisions  

SEL.5B Develop, implement and model effective decision-making skills to deal responsibly with daily academic and social situations

SEL.8.5B.1 Identify and apply the steps of systematic decision-making 

SEL.8.5B.2 Develop decision-making strategies for avoiding risky behavior 

SEL.8.5B.3 Explore how external influences, e.g. media, peer, cultural norms, affect their decision- making  

SEL.5C Play a developmentally appropriate role in classroom management and positive school climatePositive relationships with adults to support success

SEL.8.5C.1 Compare and contrast behaviors that do or do not support classroom management and positive school culture to provide recommendations to administration 

SEL.8.5C.2 Demonstrate behaviors that support classroom management and positive school culture 

SEL.8.5C.3 Advocate for oneself in a respectful and deliberate manner if believed to be treated unfairly  

1. Self-Awareness

SEL.1A Demonstrate an awareness of their emotions

SEL.10.1A.1 Distinguish their real feelings from how others expect them to feel 

SEL.10.1A.2 Describe the external event or thought that triggered an emotion 

SEL.1B Demonstrate an awareness of their personal traits, including their strengths and interests

SEL.10.1B.1 Identify and embrace characteristics about themselves that they can and cannot change 

SEL.10.1B.2 Explore possible career and volunteer opportunities based on their identified interests and strengths 

SEL.1C Demonstrate awareness of their external supports

SEL.10.1C.1 Identify school support personnel in their school and adult role models in their lives and know when and how to use them 

SEL.10.1C.2 Identify organizations in their community that provide opportunities to develop their interests or talents 

SEL.1D Demonstrate a sense of personal responsibility

SEL.10.1D.1 Analyze the effect taking responsibility or not can have on themselves and others 

SEL.10.1D.2 Describe how their taking personal responsibility is linked to being accountable for their behavior and may have positive or negative consequences  

2. Self-Management

SEL.2A Identify and manage their emotions and behavior constructively

SEL.10.2A.1 Analyze how thoughts and emotions affect decision making and responsible behavior 

SEL.10.2A.2 Practice strategies for coping with and overcoming feelings of rejection, social isolation, and other forms of stress 

SEL.10.2A.3 Accept constructive feedback in order to improve 

SEL.10.2A.4 Understand the effect of self-monitoring strategies, such as self-talk, on emotions and actions/behaviors  

SEL.2B Demonstrate honesty and integrity

SEL.10.2B.1 Analyze their behavior to determine whether or not they are being authentic/true to self 

SEL.10.2B.2 Analyze whether they are behaving with integrity and adjust accordingly  

SEL.2C Set, monitor, adapt and evaluate goals to achieve success in school and life

SEL.10.2C.1 Identify academic goals and selfmonitoring strategies ▪ Identify outside resources that can help in achieving a goal 

SEL.10.2C.2 Demonstrate an understanding that goal setting promotes life-long success 

SEL.10.2C.3 Determine the role of practice in gaining skills and goal achievement

3. Social Awareness

SEL.3A Demonstrate awareness of other people's emotions and perspectives

SEL.10.3A.1 Identify verbal, physical, and situational cues that indicate how others may feel 

SEL.10.3A.2 Use conversational skills to understand the perspective of others 

SEL.10.3A.3 Understand that others hold different opinions 

SEL.10.3A.4 Demonstrate ways to express empathy for others  

SEL.3B Demonstrate consideration for others and a desire to positively contribute to the school and community

SEL.10.3B.1 Work cooperatively with others to implement a strategy to address a need in the broader community 

SEL.10.3B.2 Evaluate the impact of an activity they were involved with that improved their school or community  

SEL.3C Demonstrate an awareness of different cultures and a respect for human dignity

SEL.10.3C.1 Demonstrate respect for individuals from different social and cultural groups 

SEL.10.3C.2 Participate in cross-cultural activities and reflect on their reaction/process their experience to the setting they were in  

SEL.3D Can read social cues and respond constructively

SEL.10.3D.1 Evaluate how societal and cultural norms have an effect on personal interactions 

SEL.10.3D.2 Able to read social cues and evaluate own reaction to them 

4. Relationship Skills

SEL.4A Use positive communication and social skills to interact effectively with others

SEL.10.4A.1 Demonstrate strategies for collaborating with others to order to help others improve 

SEL.10.4A.2 Work to maintain an objective, non-judgmental tone during disagreements 

SEL.4B Develop and maintain positive relationships

SEL.10.4B.1 Practice strategies for maintaining positive relationships, e.g. pursue shared interests and activities, give and receive help, practice forgiveness 

SEL.10.4B.2 Identify the qualities and benefits of a positive mentor 

SEL.10.4B.3 Define social media and social networking and describe its impact on your life, reputation, and relationships  

SEL.4C Demonstrate an ability to prevent, manage and resolve interpersonal conflicts in helpful ways

SEL.10.4C.1 Apply listening and speaking skills that help in preventing and resolving conflicts 

SEL.10.4C.2 Apply skills and strategies needed to manage intimidation, avoid and escape violence, and maintain personal safety 

SEL.10.4C.3 Access conflict resolution and problem-solving resources, i.e. security, trusted adults, peer mediators, counselors, when available to facilitate resolution of conflict situations  

5. Responsible Decision Making

SEL.5A Use his personal, ethical, safety and cultural factors in making decisions

SEL.10.5A.1 Demonstrate ability to consider personal factors during decision-making process 

SEL.10.5A.2 Evaluate how external influences, e.g. media, peers, social and cultural norms, and expectations of authority, affect one's decision-making  

SEL.5B Develop, implement and model effective decision-making skills to deal responsibly with daily academic and social situations

SEL.10.5B.1 Consider ethical, safety, and societal factors and consequences when making decisions 

SEL.10.5B.2 Regularly uses the steps of systematic decision-making 

SEL.10.5B.3 Understand how decisions made now can impact their future and have long term effects 

SEL.10.5B.4 Explain and model your decision making-process to others 

SEL.10.5B.5 Demonstrate an ability to take responsibility for their choices  

SEL.5C Play a developmentally appropriate role in classroom management and positive school climatePositive relationships with adults to support success

SEL.10.5C.1 Analyze the purpose and impact of classroom and school-wide activities, policies, and routines to provide recommendations to administration 

SEL.10.5C.2 Interpret and evaluate the importance of personal roles and responsibilities in the overall school climate 

SEL.10.5C.3 Advocate for the needs of others, including your community, in a way that promotes positive change  

1. Self-Awareness

SEL.1A Demonstrate an awareness of their emotions

SEL.12.1A.1 Describe how changing their interpretation of an event can alter how they feel about it 

SEL.12.1A.2 Use self-reflection to make sure the intensity of their emotions is in line with the situation 

SEL.12.1A.3 Acknowledge emotions and determine the appropriate time and place to safely process them  

SEL.1B Demonstrate an awareness of their personal traits, including their strengths and interests

SEL.12.1B.1 Identify the skills and credentials required to enter a particular profession of interest to them and begin to prepare accordingly 

SEL.12.1B.2 Demonstrate confidence based on an accurate self-assessment of strengths 

SEL.12.1B.3 Analyze how their personal qualities help them to contribute to others 

SEL.1C Demonstrate awareness of their external supports

SEL.12.1C.1 Activate community resources to help them achieve their goals 

SEL.12.1C.2 Access safety networks to support self and others 

SEL.12.1C.3 Assemble/create constructive support systems that contribute to school and life success 

SEL.1D Demonstrate a sense of personal responsibility

SEL.12.1D.1 Analyze situations in their lives; determine the level of control they have in the situations, then determine appropriate choices or decisions for them 

SEL.12.1D.2 Describe knowledge and skills they have and can use in their role as a responsible citizen to improve the community  

2. Self-Management

SEL.2A Identify and manage their emotions and behavior constructively

SEL.12.2A.1 Demonstrate ability to reframe difficult situations into opportunities that promote resiliency and optimism  

SEL.12.2A.2 Incorporate personal management skills i.e., time management, organization skills, on a daily basis 

SEL.12.2A.3 Evaluate how expressing one’s emotions in different situations might affect others 

SEL.12.2A.4 Evaluate how expressing more positive attitudes might influence others  

SEL.2B Demonstrate honesty and integrity

SEL.12.2B.1 Show honesty/integrity in their behaviors 

SEL.12.2B.2 Understands and evaluates the correlation between their words and their actions (walk the talk)  

SEL.2C Set, monitor, adapt and evaluate goals to achieve success in school and life

SEL.12.2C.1 Analyze the effect personal tendencies have on goal achievement (for example, integrity, prioritizing, managing time, adequate resources) 

SEL.12.2C.2 Set a post-secondary goal with action steps, timeframes, and criteria for evaluating achievement  

3. Social Awareness

SEL.3A Demonstrate awareness of other people's emotions and perspectives

SEL.12.3A.1 Differentiate between the factual and emotional content of what a person says 

SEL.12.3A.2 Express empathy towards others 

SEL.12.3A.3 Value and learn from the perspectives of others  

SEL.3B Demonstrate consideration for others and a desire to positively contribute to the school and community

SEL.12.3B.1 Participate in activities that show they are agents for positive change within their community 

SEL.12.3B.2 Discuss and understand the process of norm setting 

SEL.12.3B.3 Analyze their responsibilities as involved citizens of their school community and beyond 

SEL.3C Demonstrate an awareness of different cultures and a respect for human dignity

SEL.12.3C.1 Reflect on strategies used for being respectful of others and opposing stereotyping and prejudice 

SEL.12.3C.2 Evaluate how advocacy for the rights of others contributes to the common good  

SEL.3D Can read social cues and respond constructively

SEL.12.3D.1 Recognize and respond to social cues in an appropriate manner 

SEL.12.3D.2 Recognize that social cues differ depending upon the setting one is in  

4. Relationship Skills

SEL.4A Use positive communication and social skills to interact effectively with others

SEL.12.4A.1 Use assertive communication to get their needs met without negatively impacting others 

SEL.12.4A.2 Empower, encourage, and affirm others through their interactions  

SEL.4B Develop and maintain positive relationships

SEL.12.4B.1 Actively participate in a healthy support network of valued relationships 

SEL.12.4B.2 Independently seek out relationships that support their development 

SEL.12.4B.3 Develop understanding of relationships within the context of networking and careers  

SEL.4C Demonstrate an ability to prevent, manage and resolve interpersonal conflicts in helpful ways

SEL.12.4C.1 Demonstrate an ability to coexist in civility in the face of unresolved conflict 

SEL.12.4C.2 Use prevention, management, and resolution skills to resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively 

SEL.12.4C.3 Evaluate and reflect on their role in a conflict and utilize this information to better their behavior in future conflicts 

5. Responsible Decision Making

SEL.5A Use his personal, ethical, safety and cultural factors in making decisions

SEL.12.5A.1 Analyze own role in situations where others are threatened with either physical or emotional harm 

SEL.12.5A.2 Examine how the norms of different societies and cultures influence their members' decisions and behaviors 

SEL.5B Develop, implement and model effective decision-making skills to deal responsibly with daily academic and social situations

SEL.12.5B.1 Apply decision-making skills to foster responsible social and work relations and to make healthy life-long choices 

SEL.12.5B.2 Consider feedback from others on your decision making process, and incorporate it if applicable 

SEL.12.5B.3 Evaluate your decision making progress, and modify the decisions made if necessary  

SEL.5C Play a developmentally appropriate role in classroom management and positive school climatePositive relationships with adults to support success

SEL.12.5C.1 Model for underclassmen appropriate classroom behavior  

SEL.12.5C.2 Identify the positive qualities of a leader and align with those qualities