Schools of Social Emotional Competence and Character

This laminated guide is designed for school leaders, staff, and educators who seek not only to educate students, but also to promote character, social-emotional competence, and a schoolwide climate of safety, caring, challenge, support, respect, and inspiration.  It outlines

• Core social-emotional competencies
• Key aspects of character
• Research on character education & social-emotional competence
• What leadership teams can do to cultivate a positive school climate that promotes schools of good character
• Professional development approaches
• Ways of encouraging student voice and empowerment