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The
item of interest that I chose is Second Step Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Program. Programs are available for grades as young as pre-kindergarten through
8th grade with each program being tailored for the grade that it is
being used for. Second Step also provides anti-bullying and child protection
programs as well. The program I specifically focused on was the Second Step SEL
for elementary students. I chose this program because it is evidence based and
it is endorsed by the Department of Education as being proven to decrease
behavior problems in students. This program would fall under the
home-school-community linkages in the school social work model.
Each grade gets their own customized
boxes. All the boxes contain lessons that explain the concepts, objectives, and
preparation needed. The lessons clearly lay out what is intended to be done
during each session. This can include watching a short video, listening to a
story, or playing a game. Second Step SEL is intended to have one lesson be
worked on for five days. The first day the initial lesson is taught, such as
empathy, listening with attention, and being assertive. The following four days
are intended to practice what was taught in the initial day or what Second Step
calls “follow through.” The programs also consist of materials to be sent home
with the students. The parents are provided with activities and information on
the lesson that is being taught that week, so that they can reinforce and work
on those lessons at home as well. The programs also come with resource DVDs and
online materials, including Spanish translations, for the teachers to use to
supplement the lessons.
www.secondstep.org
