What is Social Emotional Learning (SEL)?

Social Emotional Learning or SEL is the process of learning the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop into well rounded young adults that are able to manage emotions, show empathy for others, and establish positive peer relationships. Social Emotional Learning fosters an equitable learning environment where every stakeholder feels respected and valued for their individual interests, talents, social identities, cultural values and backgrounds. An essential component of Social Emotional Learning is the authentic school, home, and community partnership that establishes learning environments and experiences that foster trusting, collaborative relationships to build safe, healthy, and equitable schools and communities. Social Emotional Learning's goal is to build the life skills students will need to successfully navigate and contribute to their schools, careers, families, relationships, and multicultural communities.