SEL services

Social Emotional Learning Specialist: JJ Beattie
Email: jj.beattie@jeffco.k12.co.us
Phone number: 303-982-5981

Social Emotional Learning

What is Social Emotional Learning?

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is the process through which children, youth, and adults acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and skills they need to recognize and manage their emotions, demonstrate caring concern for others, establish positive relationships, make responsible decisions, and handle challenging situations constructively (Elias et al., 1997, and CAEL, Safe and Sound, 2005).

SEL takes place within the context of safe, participatory school, family, and community environments that support children’s development and provides opportunities and recognition for successfully applying these competencies.

SEL competencies

Jeffco has adopted the 5 core components of social and emotional learning outlined by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL).

Self-Awareness
Self- Management
Social Awareness
Relationship Skills
Responsible Decision Making

This approach promotes intrapersonal, interpersonal, and cognitive competence.

Social Emotional Learning & Jeffco 2020 Vision

Social Emotional skills are imperative for students to successfully apply the Jeffco 2020 Vision competencies.

jeffco competencies

Jeffco 2020 Vision Competencies	CASEL SEL Competencies
Critical Thinking & Creativity	Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, and Responsible Decision Making
Civic & Global Engagement	Self-Awareness, Social Awareness, and Responsible Decision Making
Communication	Self-Awareness, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision Making
Self-Direction & Personal Responsibility	Self-Awareness, Self-Management, and Responsible Decision-Making
Content Mastery	Self-Awareness and Self-Management to access content