Design a Schoolwide Approach to SEL
Facilitator: Stacy Stephens
Stacy has over a decade of experience in educational leadership as a Director of Learning and program developer. A certified Health Educator and former mentoring lead in schools, in her SEL work Stacy brings together her experience in the area of SEL Education and program design in schools. She is the facilitator of the International SEL Framework that was constructed with four international schools and is now available under a Creative Commons License. She is working to support schools to design whole school approaches to SEL and has led this work at the International School of Beijing and the International School of Kuala Lumpur as a Director of Learning. Beginning her third year of supporting schools as a consultant, Whole School SEL is a focus of her work in schools as they adopt the framework and seek to create environments characterized by a focus on SEL from a program development perspective.
To learn more about how Stacy supports schools: www.internationalsel.com and www.vsicollaborative.com
Session Overview
Join us for a transformative two-day session designed to empower school leaders in the art of nurturing Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) practices throughout your school community. From understanding the intricacies of change management to crafting effective program design, this comprehensive workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to cultivate a thriving SEL environment. Through interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world case studies, you will gain invaluable insights into the principles of SEL, the dynamics of change within educational settings, and the best practices for designing sustainable SEL programs tailored to your school's unique needs. Whether you're just starting your SEL journey or looking to enhance your existing initiatives, this session will set you on a path towards fostering a more empathetic, inclusive, and emotionally intelligent learning environment for all.
Session Outcomes
Outline your goals for SEL programing based on a Theory of Change model.
Understand the need for an outcomes-based approach to SEL.
Explore various strategies and approaches to SEL program implementation.
Consider other system changes to support a focus on SEL development in your school.
Create a road-map for implementing schoolwide approaches to SEL at your school.
Refine and reflect on current SEL approaches used in your school.
Research Connections
The Aspen Institute Theory of Change
CASEL resources and support materials
International SEL - An Outcomes-based Framework for SEL Program Development
The Trauma Sensitive Classroom by Patricia Jennings
One Trusted Adult by Brooklyn Raney
Who Should Attend
This session is designed for those who lead this work in schools; counselors, admin, teacher leaders, etc. Teams are always encouraged to have the greatest impact.