Social emotional learning (SEL) has become an increasingly important focus in schools across the country In the face of rising mental health concerns among students, educators are recognizing the need to support students’ social and emotional development alongside their academic learning social emotional learning in schools. Research has shown that integrating SEL into schools leads to improved academic outcomes, higher levels of student engagement, and better overall well-being.
So, what exactly is social emotional learning? SEL refers to the process through which individuals acquire and apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive