Elem SCSW Model

CANYONS SCHOOL DISTRICT RESPONSIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING PROGRAM MODEL 1

The implementation of a comprehensive social emotional learning (SEL) model has profound positive impacts on the growth and achievement of all students. The development of an effective and systemic program requires a collaborative effort between the SEL staff, administrators, teachers, and district personnel. Elementary years are a time for students to develop essential life skills of self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision making, relationship skills, and social awareness (CASEL, 2019). A comprehensive SEL program envelopes these skills within their academic learning. The mission of Canyons School District Department of Responsive Services is to ensure each student is safe, healthy, and ready to learn. This includes prevention, intervention, and postvention services for students and families. District and school professionals provide resources for administrators, teachers, families, and students, especially those who are experiencing challenges that create barriers to student wellness and achievement. These services may include: individual assessment, behavioral and health support, counseling, crisis management, mediation, and restorative justice. The basis of a comprehensive elementary SEL program is rooted in a proactive approach to prevention and intervention strategies as illustrated in figure 1.1 and the CSD Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Framework. The model supports a tiered approach to providing education and skills necessary for students to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally to achieve Canyons School District’s mission that every student graduates college- and career-ready. The SEL model promotes spending 85% of a SEL staff’s time in direct services to students, including Collaborative Classroom Instruction, Individual Student Planning, and Responsive Services as defined later in the model.

1 Adapted from Utah College and Career Readiness School Counseling Program Model, (2nd Edition), 2016 3 Amended July, 2019