According to CASEL, social and emotional learning (SEL) is, “the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.” We cannot simply return to “business as usual” as our students grapple with this new normal and expect them to succeed. Being sensitive to and caring for the social and emotional wellbeing of our youth, at a time when both have been tested like never before, is an essential part of reentry.
Find below foundational resources that you can use to learn more about SEL and how you can integrate it into learning environments for the benefit of students.