Vision
Develop a Shared Vision and Plan for SEL
Building SEL expertise begins with selecting district leaders who will engage in developing a strong knowledge base of SEL research, theory, and implementation methods. This foundational expertise helps develop an inspiring vision that can educate and positively influence other stakeholders in the district about the many benefits of SEL. Target your key leaders, which could include the district’s board members, superintendent, instructional leader(s), professional learning leaders, principal development leaders, student behavior and supports leaders, leadership coaches, and perhaps in some cases principals and content area coaches, to build a deep awareness around and understanding of SEL.
Expertise in SEL allows district leaders to:
It’s usually preferable for core leaders to know enough about SEL to make a true commitment to SEL before expertise training begins with a larger group of district stakeholders. This approach enables district leaders to pinpoint areas they wish to expand their expertise in order to support SEL policy and implementation.
Building SEL expertise in district leaders is a process that will take time and strategic engagement to deepen existing knowledge. It’s recommended that districts invest time and resources toward building SEL district expertise more often at the start of the work, and at least twice annually thereafter. Ongoing development of expertise ensures that key decision makers remain engaged in SEL and aware ongoing impacts in the district. The process outlined below assumes that all targeted leaders have a basic knowledge of SEL from initial introductory communications activities.
Determine if you will use a Professional Learning Community Model, such as that developed in Sacramento, or integrate SEL expertise development into existing meetings.
Think of your first engagement with district leaders as part of a courting phase: help them see why their partnership is critically important to the success of SEL in your district.
Use methods that work for adult learners (Professional Development), such as making your points relevant, practical, goal-oriented and collaborative. (Verify with Jo)
Consider modifying the plan developed by El Paso, or the sample scope and sequence presented below.
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A clear experience of SEL and the core competencies, using the Personal Assessment and Reflection Tool
Research on how SEL has proven to be beneficial to districts along with relevant
Practical ways SEL can be effectively implemented in schools and in various departments in your district, such as:
Action steps to take once expertise is developing. What are the next steps leaders should take and opportunities they might identify? How can leaders facilitate successful and sustainable SEL in your district?
Questions and concerns your leaders might raise as they develop SEL expertise.
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See Process
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See Resources