Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

What is SEL (Social-Emotional Learning)?

  • Definition: Social-emotional learning (SEL) is how children and adolescents learn and apply knowledge and skills to develop healthy identities and confidence, set and achieve goals, manage feelings, work and play with others, show empathy, make responsible and caring decisions, and solve problems. Through SEL, students are better able to learn and contribute to a positive school environment. These skills are what build foundational knowledge to support the Profile of an LCPS Graduate and career readiness skills.

  • Link to LCPS site

SEL at Catoctin

Approach to SEL

  • Students receive Second Step SEL instruction daily through Morning Meeting at this time 7:45

  • Supports relationship and skill building   

SEL Instruction with Second Step

Family Access Information and how to get the school specific code

SEL School to Home Connection

SEL Contact Information

  • SEL Lead: Ms. Janson

  • If you have specific questions regarding your student’s social-emotional needs, please contact the UMHT

How does SEL benefit our students?

SEL Supports ONE LCPS Strategic Plan for Excellence:

Goal 1: Empowered Students

  • ACTION 1.1 – Core Academic Excellence

Enable student academic excellence by providing rigorous and culturally-

responsive instruction to develop all students as knowledgeable critical thinkers, creators, communicators, collaborators, and contributors.

  • ACTION 1.3 – Care for Students

Ensure a safe and affirming learning environment for all students by implementing a system of supports to address their academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.

  • Strategy: Provide social and emotional learning and mental health, nutrition, and wellness services for all students

  • ACTION 1.4 – Student Voice

Create regular opportunities to hear and act on student interests, experiences, and dreams.