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IN PERSON LEARNING: SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING

DPS plans to embed social and emotional learning across content areas and grade levels using CASEL’s Five Core Competencies as a framework for addressing SEL needs across the District. In addition to an integrated approach of addressing SEL, specific times will be designated to have focused conversations with a trusted adult. At the elementary level, this may include morning meeting, and at the middle and high school, this may include FLEX, Advisory, and Guidance Seminar. During these designated times at each level, students and teachers will develop learning environments that foster positive relationships and open communication. This will provide opportunities for addressing challenges students faced during the previous school closure as well as equipping them with skills to help if a family member or friend becomes ill. Furthermore, specific lessons designed to teach healthy hygiene practices and how to manage physical social distancing protocols will also be embedded during these designated times.

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