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Social Emotional Learning

What is Social Emotion Learning (SEL)?

SEL makes a difference. We know this from the research, which demonstrates that an education that promotes SEL has a positive impact on a wide range of outcomes, including academic performance, relationships, and mental health.

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The San Mateo-Foster City School District ensures all students receive the Social Emotional Learning (SEL) they need to maximize their opportunities for success both in their academic career and throughout their lifetime. Using research based/evidence-based curriculum such as Second Step® positively impacts a wide range of outcomes including academic performance, healthy relationships, mental wellness, and more.

 

The Second Step® curriculum provides direct SEL instruction for:

Kindergarten - 5th Grade

6th - 8th Grade

  • Growth Mindset & Goal Setting

  • Emotion Management

  • Empathy & Kindness

  • Problem-Solving

  • Growth Mindset & Goal Setting

  • Recognizing Bullying & Harassment

  • Thoughts, Emotions & Decisions

  • Managing Relationships & Social Conflict

 

How can you support your child’s SEL at home?

Kindergarten-6th Grades

7-8th Grade

  • Read the Home Link your teacher sends out at the beginning of each unit. This explains what your child will be learning.

  • Read the Weekly Notes Home. It shares:

    • What your student learned during the week

    • A “Try at Home” activity to encourage SEL at home too

    • Paper copies sent to students in the Thursday green folders

  • Read the Weekly Notes Home. It shares:

    • What your student learned during the week

    • A “Try at Home” activity to encourage SEL at home too

    • Sent to students via email