Page 2 – CASEL District Resource Guide

Cultural Competence:

The ability to examine the various social and cultural identities of one’s own self and others, understand and appreciate diversity from a historically-grounded and strengths-focused lens, recognize and respond to cultural demands and opportunities, and build relationships across cultural backgrounds (Jagers, 2018).

Also, see the resources section for Adult SEL and Cultural Competence.

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Evidence-Based Programs and Practices Process Adopting an evidence-based program is one of the key strategies for providing consistent social and emotional learning (SEL) opportunities for all students. View process information here.
Strengthen Central Office Expertise When central office leaders understand social and emotional learning (SEL) research and practices, they are able to promote and sustain systemic implementation.
SEL as a Lever for Equity and Excellence Social and emotional learning (SEL) can be a powerful lever for creating caring, just, inclusive, and healthy communities that support all individuals in reaching their fullest potential.
FAQs Have a question about social and emotional learning (SEL) or the CASEL District Resource Center? Read our FAQ.
Professional Learning Effective professional learning ensures that district staff understand social and emotional learning (SEL) and how to support systemic implementation.
Promote Staff Trust, Community, and Efficacy When district staff feels a sense of community and shared purpose, they can engage more deeply in social and emotional learning (SEL).
Family and Community Partnerships Social and emotional learning (SEL) is reinforced and sustained when districts, families, and community partners align and work together.
Organizational Structure Process When school and district leaders align their efforts around social and emotional learning (SEL), academics, and equity they support a greater impact in advancing life opportunities and outcomes for all students. View process information here.
Professional Learning Process Effective professional learning ensures that district staff understand social and emotional learning (SEL) and how to support systemic implementation. View process information here.
Focus Area 2 – Strengthen Adult SEL Competencies and Capacity – Rubric Monitoring and reflecting on your district’s progress in promoting district-wide social and emotional learning (SEL) is an important part of a quality implementation. Here are tools for Focus Area 2 – Strengthen Adult SEL Competencies and Capacity that can help.

DRC Guidance Pages