In today’s dynamic educational landscape, incorporating Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) into classrooms is more critical than ever. Everyday Speech’s digital curriculum is designed to equip students with essential life skills, fostering both academic success and personal growth.

We recognize the political climate has raised questions and concerns about SEL. This guide aims to clear up misconceptions and demonstrate why Everyday Speech is the ideal choice for any educational setting.

What is Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)?

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is a transformative process that helps students:

• Understand and manage emotions
• Set and achieve goals
• Show empathy for others
• Build and maintain positive relationships
• Make responsible decisions

These competencies are foundational for academic performance and lifelong personal growth.

What Does SEL Support?

Research highlights the tangible benefits of SEL:

• Improved Academic Performance: Higher grades and test scores.
• Enhanced Social Skills: Better communication and empathy for stronger relationships.
• Positive Attitudes and Behaviors: Improved school engagement and reduced classroom disruptions.
• Emotional Well-Being: Greater emotional regulation and lower rates of anxiety and depression.
• Reduced Negative Behaviors: Decreases in aggression, bullying, and substance abuse.
• Better School Climate: Stronger teacher-student relationships and supportive learning environments.

Source: Mahoney, Durlak, and Weissberg (2018)

Addressing Common Misconceptions

At Everyday Speech, we focus on building understanding and fostering essential life skills without stirring controversy. Here’s what we don’t do:

• Pushing Hot-Button Issues: Our curriculum avoids divisive topics, instead focusing on universal skills for real-world success.
• Creating Extra Work: Lessons are ready to go—just press play.
• Overstepping Roles: We complement educators, parents, and therapists, acting as a supportive sidekick, not a replacement.

Our Philosophy

• We Believe in Collaboration, Not Replacement: Partnering with educators and parents to support student growth.
• We Believe in Empowering, Not Overburdening: Providing effective, easy-to-implement resources to lighten educators’ workload.
• We Believe in Holistic Development: Supporting students’ academic, emotional, and social growth for lifelong success.

Our approach integrates seamlessly into classrooms, enhancing education without adding unnecessary complexity. You can learn more about how Everyday Speech supports SEL programs here.