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Foster social and emotional learning in our schools
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EDITORIAL | ISLAND VOICES
Foster social and emotional learning in our schools By Robbie Ann Kane and Scarlett Lewis Posted March 15, 2018 March 15, 2018 Updated March 15, 2018 12:41am
Following the mass shooting in Florida last month, and the many other tragedies that occurred before it, we nd ourselves asking if it’s possible to keep our children safe and prevent violence in our schools. While the issues of gun control and mental health services are key discussion points both locally and nationally, they do not address the root cause of the problem, which is disconnection and anger in our youth. School-based Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programs teach children the skills necessary to reduce social isolation and distress that leads to violent behavior and bullying in our schools, as well as suicide, drug, and alcohol abuse. In recent years, there has been a tremendous increase in SEL policies and programs in all 50 states according to a study by the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL). The results of these programs show a reduction in depression and anxiety as well as factors leading to violence. SEL also increases positive peer relationships, increased grades, test scores and graduation rates. ADVERTISING
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