Self Regulation and Social Emotional Learning
Sandy Hill Elementary is a kindergarten to grade 5 dual-track school with a rich history of parent involvement. Parents work with teachers, support staff and administrators to improve student learning. This year, students are building upon the work that was started last year in the areas of self-regulation and social emotional learning (SEL). Our school plan reflects the ways in which our school is actively addressing students’ self-regulation and SEL needs.
Self-regulation and social emotional learning (SEL) are the foundation of all learning that goes on in the classroom, as well as outside on the playground. It is essential that all students understand the importance of SEL so that they can learn to their full potential in the classroom.
This year, classes continue to focus on the Zones of Regulation. In addition, students are learning how they can use strategies to help them be calm, alert, and ready to learn. Teachers are working with students to foster a “growth mindset” – the idea that our abilities in all areas can be grown through dedication and hard work. Through this focus, students are learning about resiliency and perseverance. Students are learning that we all have potential and, through an emphasis on growing and improving ourselves, we can achieve great things.