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Social Emotional Learning

Social Emotional Learning at Hutchinson Elementary School

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults acquire and effectively 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 relationships and make responsible decisions. – The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL).

Social Emotional Learning in Jeffco

Jeffco Public Schools creates and maintains a positive climate and culture in schools that is inclusive and safe for students, families and staff. With a commitment to empowering successful and productive citizens,  the district supports the growth of students through leveled, evidence-based implementation of social emotional learning programming.

What is Social Emotional Learning (SEL)?

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which students and adults gain and apply the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to deal effectively with daily tasks and challenges.

Jeffco has adopted the five core competencies of SEL outlined by the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL). 

  • Self-Awareness
  • Self-Management
  • Social Awareness
  • Relationship Skills
  • Responsible Decision-Making (CASEL, 2020)

SEL happens in safe and supportive school, family and community environments that support development and provide opportunities and recognition for successfully applying skills.

The Importance of SEL

SEL takes place within the context of safe and supportive school, family, and community environments that aid children’s development and provide opportunities and recognition for successfully applying these skills. 

To learn more about SEL in Jeffco and the research supporting the importance of SEL visit the Jeffco SEL page.

SEL Resources

At-home Articles & Activities

Behavior

Breathing

Bullying

Calm Down & Problem Solve

Competencies (SEL)

Classroom Tools 

Executive Skills

Grief and Loss

Growth Mindset 

Habits of Mind 

Kindness

Love & Logic

  • Love & Logic presentation 

Mindfulness

Resilience

Restorative Circles

Second Step

Social Skills 

Suicide Prevention

Vertical Transitions

Zones of Regulation