The Fundamentals of SEL
Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions, achieve personal and collective goals. They learn to feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships and how to feel and show compassion for their fellow human beings.
At SPARKPositivity,, we are on a mission to unleash the power of POSITIVITY through social emotional learning. Social emotional learning (SEL) is a key component of children’s development and education. It involves teaching young people how to identify and manage their emotions, build relationships, set, and achieve positive goals, and learn how to make responsible decisions.
SPARKPositivity is an organization that uses innovative, engaging programs to educate children on SEL. Through these programs, students learn the skills necessary to become emotionally intelligent individuals who can better handle difficult situations in life. By developing these skills early in life, children are better equipped to face future challenges with confidence and resilience. We deliver comprehensive, research-based after-school and in-school programs which engages young people in social-emotional learning and healthy lifestyles using a unique MIND, BODY, SOUL model.
Social emotional learning (SEL) is an important tool for helping children and adults develop the skills needed for success in life. SEL provides a foundation for problem-solving, self-discipline, and other important skills that can have positive long-term effects on kids, adults, and communities. By teaching these skills early in life, SEL can help individuals to become more successful in the future.
SEL has been proven to be effective in improving student outcomes such as academic performance and social behavior. It also helps children to develop better relationships with peers and adults by teaching them how to understand their emotions and how to interact with others in a positive manner. Furthermore, it can also help adults develop the necessary skills needed for success in their careers and personal lives.
In conclusion, social emotional learning is an invaluable tool that can help people of all ages create lasting positive effects on themselves as well as their communities. Learn more about SPARKPositivity’s mission and contact us today if you would like to find out more information about how SEL can impact your students, both in and out of the classroom.
zSpace Webinar
Bring Joy to Learning with AR/VR: Connecting SEL with Academic Content to Create a Motivating Learning Experience
Recorded October 19, 2021
Returning to another school year that is shaping up to be impacted by the pandemic has required teachers to focus on the social and emotional development of students like never before.
In this webinar, we'll feature two teachers and a principal whose students have solved a real-world problem by applying the principles of science and the engineer-design process. Come learn how a group of kindergartners were inspired to create a prosthetic for a lizard, a high school student designed a helmet to prevent concussions, and a group of fifth-grade students solved an insect problem in their community garden.
Additionally, the founder of SparkPositivity will join us to talk about the process for addressing SEL in the context of science.
SPARKing a Revolution
In 2019, SPARKPositivity began with only 25 students. Now, due to increased funding, support, and desire for their services, they regularly reach over 1,000 students….
In 2019, SPARKPositivity began with only 25 students. Now, due to increased funding, support, and desire for their services, they regularly reach over 1,000 students.
SPARKPositivity reflects the rapid growth of social-emotional learning across the nation over the past several years. Research findings supporting the necessity of SEL teaching stretch back over a decade, yet the topic has not always received adequate attention and funding.
US Prison System Plagued by High Illiteracy Rates
Inability to read traps inmates in the criminal justice system.
