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Emotional Skill Building
Social & Emotional Skill Building: A Vital Component for Students to Grow and Succeed
Social and emotional skill building, or character education, is a crucial part of an educational environment where students feel safe and confident to explore, grow, and succeed. Research has shown an improvement in standardized test scores and an increase in academic achievement for students participating in a program that incorporates character education.
School Specialty is your partner in fostering social and emotional development with the tools that align to these five core competencies. We offer resources including literature, supplemental materials, on-demand webinars, and educational products to help you engage students in a transformative learning environment.

Social Awareness
The abilities to understand the perspectives of and empathize with others, including those from various backgrounds and contexts. This includes the capacities to feel compassion for others, understand broader historical and social norms for behavior in different settings, and recognize family, school, and community resources and supports.

Relationship Skills
The abilities to establish and maintain healthy and supportive relationships and to effectively navigate settings with diverse individuals and groups. This includes the capacities to communicate clearly, listen actively, cooperate, work collaboratively to problem solve and negotiate conflict constructively, navigate settings with differing social demands and opportunities, provide leadership, and seek or offer help when needed.

Responsible Decision-Making
The abilities to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across different situations. This includes the capacities to consider ethical standards and safety concerns, and to evaluate the benefits and consequences of various actions for personal, social, and collective well-being.
Workshops
Watch one of our recorded courses online whenever it's convenient for you.
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