As a principal, you’re always looking for ways to improve student behavior, build a positive school culture, and support teachers—but time and resources are limited. When classrooms struggle with behavior challenges, it affects learning, teacher morale, and the overall environment of your school.

Many schools rely on specialists to handle social skill instruction, but the reality is that every student needs social skills support—not just those in intervention programs. That’s why Everyday Speech makes it easy for everyone in your school—teachers, specialists, and counselors—to seamlessly integrate social skills instruction into daily routines.

Everyday Speech provides no-prep social skills curriculum, helping schools build a cohesive, effective approach to student support without adding extra burden to staff.

Why Social Skills Matter for Schools

While academic skills are essential, social skills are equally crucial in preparing students to become successful adults. Research consistently highlights that social skills play a vital role in future work and life outcomes, reinforcing the need for schools to prioritize their development.

Social skills have been linked to academic performance in elementary, middle, and high school. Students with strong social skills are better able to participate in classroom discussions, collaborate in group settings, and manage interpersonal conflicts—all of which directly impact academic success.

Moreover, research suggests that the relationship between social skills and academic achievement is bi-directional. Just as social skills can enhance academic performance, academic success can reinforce positive social behaviors, creating a cycle of mutual reinforcement that benefits students throughout their educational experience.

At the school level, strong social skills contribute to:

• Classroom Behavior – When students struggle with self-regulation, conflict resolution, and social problem-solving, classroom disruptions increase. Teachers spend more time managing behaviors and less time teaching.
• School Culture – A strong school culture starts with students who understand how to interact, communicate, and work together positively. These skills contribute to a safer, more inclusive school environment.
• Academic Success – Students who struggle with social skills often have difficulty focusing, collaborating, and staying engaged in learning. Strengthening these skills provides a foundation for long-term academic success.

When schools prioritize social skills, teachers spend less time managing disruptions, students feel more connected to their learning environment, and academic outcomes improve. By embedding social skills instruction at every level, schools create a strong, supportive culture that helps students succeed both in and out of the classroom.

How Everyday Speech Supports Schools

Everyday Speech makes it easy for schools to teach and reinforce social skills at every level—without adding extra work for teachers and staff. From whole-class instruction to individualized interventions, our structured resources help schools build a consistent, school-wide approach to social skills.

1. Materials for Every Tier

Students need different levels of support, and Everyday Speech provides ready-to-use materials for every intervention tier:

• Tier 1: Whole-class instruction to help all students build foundational social skills.
• Tier 2: Small-group interventions for students who need extra support.
• Tier 3: 1:1 interventions for students with intensive social skills needs.

By giving teachers, specialists, and counselors access to the right tools for every setting, Everyday Speech helps schools create a cohesive, consistent approach to social skills across all classrooms.

2. No-Prep, Easy Implementation for Staff

Schools need solutions that fit seamlessly into busy schedules. Everyday Speech is designed to be ready to use from day one, making it simple for staff to implement without extra prep time.

• No lesson planning required—teachers can start using materials immediately with a structured, week-by-week curriculum.
• Flexible for every educator—non-specialists can follow an easy, “press play” approach, while experts can target specific skills as needed.
• Designed for real-world implementation—whole-class lessons can be delivered in short 5–10 minute sessions or as a dedicated 30-minute block.
• More than just lessons—school-wide printable bulletins reinforce key skills, creating consistency across classrooms.
• Built for collaboration—teachers, specialists, and counselors can all use the same platform to support students across different settings.

With Everyday Speech, educators spend less time planning and more time teaching—while ensuring every student gets the social skills support they need.

“This program influenced my students’ social development in such a positive way. I’ve never seen such independence and social awareness develop so smoothly with a class as I had this year. With consistent implementation of the lessons and opportunities to practice the strategies, my students had tangible tools to use to self-regulate that they could apply within the classroom and at home.”

Alison Martin, Teacher, Willmette District 39

3. Evidence-Based Video Modeling

Students learn best when they see skills in action. That’s why video modeling is at the core of Everyday Speech’s curriculum.

• Modeled real-world interactions help students understand and practice key social skills.
• Engaging, relatable videos show students exactly how to apply skills in their daily lives.
• Reinforcement activities like games and worksheets ensure skills are practiced and retained.

This evidence-based approach helps students learn and apply social skills faster and more effectively than traditional methods. Here are example video modeling lessons from our curriculum:

For Elementary School

For High School

4. Strengthening Home-School Connections

Social skill development doesn’t stop when students leave the classroom—families play a crucial role in reinforcing these skills at home. Everyday Speech provides:

• Take-home resources that help parents support their child’s social growth.
• Clear, structured lessons that make it easy for families to reinforce skills outside of school.
• Consistent language and strategies between school and home, ensuring students get the same support in both environments.

By strengthening the connection between schools and families, Everyday Speech helps create a more supportive, consistent learning experience for students.

“Everyday Speech has every resource imaginable to support a diverse range of student needs. My students LOVE coming to this highly-cherished part of our day, and their teachers and parents are noticing huge changes in just a few short weeks! I cannot recommend Everyday Speech highly enough!”

Stephanie Higgs, Social Worker, Williamson County Schools

Getting Started with Everyday Speech

The best way to see how Everyday Speech fits into your school is to try it for yourself. Our 8-week pilot program gives principals and school leaders the opportunity to explore the curriculum, test it with students, specialists, and teachers, and see the impact firsthand—at no cost. The pilot includes: 

• Full access to Everyday Speech’s complete social skills curriculum for 8 weeks
  No-prep materials for Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 interventions
• Engaging video modeling, games, and worksheets to support student learning
• Guidance for implementation, making it easy for teachers, specialists, and counselors to get started

Principals and school leaders find that piloting Everyday Speech helps them:

• See immediate impact—educators can start using materials right away, with no prep required.
• Get staff buy-in—teachers and specialists experience firsthand how easy and effective the curriculum is.
• Make informed decisions—schools can assess how Everyday Speech fits into their intervention and Tier 1 strategies before committing to a full implementation.

As a principal, you’re balancing the need to support student behavior, build a strong school culture, and equip teachers with the right tools—all while managing limited time and resources. Social skills are at the heart of a thriving school, but too often, schools struggle to find an effective, easy-to-implement solution that benefits every student.

Everyday Speech provides ready-to-use, evidence-based resources that help educators at every level seamlessly integrate social skills instruction into their daily routines. Whether it’s through whole-class lessons, small-group interventions, or 1:1 support, our curriculum ensures students get the targeted instruction they need—without adding extra work for your staff.

By prioritizing social skills, you’re not just addressing behavior challenges—you’re creating a positive, supportive learning environment where both students and teachers can thrive.