Social-Emotional Learning

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel an show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.

In Highline, we focus on the learning competencies identified by the Collaborative for Academic Social and Emotional learning (CASEL). These core competencies include Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision Making. 

A Comprehensive Approach

We use a number of complimentary strategies and structures to support Social Emotional Learning in Highline, including:

• PBIS: A school-wide approach to creating and sustaining positive teaching and learning environments
• RULER: An approach to teaching the skills of emotional intelligence:
  • R - Recognizing
  • U - Understanding
  • L - Labeling
  • E - Expressing
  • R - Regulating
• Restorative Practices: A process that encourages accountability, healing and repair when conflict arises.

Practicing RULER at Home