Core Concept: Social and Emotional Learning

Why Champion Social and Emotional Learning?

It's not enough to simply fill students' brains with facts. Educators must also help students develop the skills to manage their emotions, resolve conflict nonviolently, and make responsible decisions. More

VIDEO: An Introduction to Social and Emotional Learning (1-minute video)

VIDEO: Smart Hearts: Social and Emotional Learning Overview (13-minute video)

Real-Life Examples

Harassment Hurts, but help for stopping bullying is out there. More

Daniel Goleman speaks on the value of social and emotional learning. More

Emotional Intelligence can help students successfully resolve conflict, communicate clearly, and solve problems. More
Promote social and emotional intelligence with these Ten Tips for Creating a Caring School. More

Emotional-Intelligence Research shows that students who receive lessons in appropriate behavior do better in school and life. More

Fourth- and fifth-grade Peace Helpers teach younger students how to resolve conflicts. More
Schoolyard Harassment Goes Online, and preventing cyberbullying is a key part of social and emotional learning. More

An Ounce of Prevention works in the Resolving Conflict Creatively Program. More

Test scores are not the sole measure of school success. "We're Here to Raise Kids," says Principal Tony Bencivenga. More
Students sharing what's in their hearts demonstrates The Value of Cultivating Emotional Intelligence. More

Gay students seek protection from bullies prompting Antibullying Initiatives. More

Experiential Learning teaches invaluable lessons in cooperation and self-respect. More