Teacher Testimonials

"The students were engaged in every session we did. It was amazing to watch. I thought our regular curriculum was engaging, but I think the activities, games, and presenting it in the way it’s presented seemed more engaging and relevant to students. I think those were things we were missing in our regular curriculum.” - 7th Grade Teacher

"Our district has been fortunate to participate in CSEL science that supports both English learners and English proficient students in mastering grade-level, standards- aligned scientific concepts. The feedback from biology teachers who participated in the study has been overwhelmingly positive.” - District Science and Engineering Curriculum Specialist

"What was really powerful were the home language supports, which made ELs feel included and added to their confidence, not just with the content, but emotionally. The emphasis on vocabulary was an increased support for EL students. Overall, it reached second language students on a different level." - 9th Grade Teacher

"Students loved the review games. My classes could have played the vocabulary board game for a whole week if I let them! And the Jeopardy game, they loved. It gave kids confidence going into the unit tests. Every time they hear 'test' they get nervous, but they knew the answers on the Jeopardy game and felt ready." - 7th Grade Teacher

"The repetition of vocabulary was great and how nicely it was built into the curriculum. There was not a separation between vocabulary and the content, it was built in so there was a connection. Students were using the vocabulary in their answers and discussion. It was nice, after one month, they started to build their vocabulary." - 9th Grade Teacher

"Students really enjoy CSEL Science. I notice students used more academic language than before, were very engaged and invested, and showed a strong understanding of the content." - 7th Grade Teacher

"Everyone I met through CSEL was very kind and open to receiving feedback about the program. It was a pleasure to discuss my experiences and also receive tips from them. Any technical issues that came up were handled immediately." - 7th Grade Teacher

"The CSEL Science program is especially beneficial for English Language Learners (ELLs) and any students with learning difficulties. The materials—particularly the visuals—help students better understand biology content and engage in developing essential science skills, without simplifying the content or lowering the academic level. It maintains rigor while supporting accessibility." - 7th Grade Teacher

"Yesterday was the first day of MCAS [state science assessment]. Today many students came back and thanked me and said that everything they studied during CSEL was helpful for the MCAS test. They felt confident and that they had the skills to answer questions on the test." - 9th Grade Teacher