
Module 7 - Session 7
LEADING FOR SCHOOLWIDE SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING
Leading to Support Educators Across Learning Environments

GETTING STARTED
OVERVIEW
Welcome to TALE Academy Module 7: Leading to Support Educators Across Learning Environments!
Goal – The goal of this module is to help school leaders enhance their support for educators as they teach across learning environments (TALE).
Module Content – This module consists of 8 sessions on leading to support educators across learning environments. Each session contains a variety of content and learning activities.
Session Content – You are beginning Module 7 – Session 7: Leading for Schoolwide Social Emotional Learning.
MODULE WORKBOOK
If you have not yet downloaded your personal copy of the TALE Academy Workbook for this module, do so now. See directions below. There is only one workbook for each module which contains activities for all sessions within that module.
Step 1: Create your personal copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook.
Throughout this session, you will complete the session activities and take notes in the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook. You will have many opportunities to apply the knowledge and skills you learn using your digital workbook. When you click on the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook link, you will be prompted to make a copy of the workbook. Once you do so, your notes and your work within your workbook will be visible only to you. Please note that the workbook is fillable using Google Slides. We do not recommend printing a copy due to the length of the workbook.
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Step 2: Get familiar with the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook.
Now that you have your personal copy of the workbook, review pages 1-7 to learn about the workbook’s contents and tips for using the workbook. Don’t forget to add your name to page 1 to personalize your workbook!
Step 3: Review “Key Terms” for Session 7 in the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook.
Your last step is to review the key terms for Session 7. For every TALE Academy session, the key terms are listed at the start of each new session in the workbook. You can return to the key terms page(s) of your workbook throughout this session to add your notes.
GUIDING QUESTIONS & LEARNING OBJECTIVES
GUIDING QUESTIONS
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How can I make regular implementation of social emotional learning (SEL) a part of the school culture across learning environments?
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How can I provide support to ensure that SEL is implemented successfully across learning environments?
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this session, you will be able to do the following:
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Connect the New York State Education Department SEL Benchmarks and the CASEL 5 as a framework for the implementation of SEL across learning environments.
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Recognize the structures necessary to integrate SEL across learning environments and throughout the school culture.
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Identify the tools and resources teachers and families need to implement SEL across learning environments and throughout the school culture.
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Develop a plan that supports regular implementation of SEL across learning environments
ENGAGE: ACTIVATE PRIOR KNOWLEDGE
LEARN FROM OTHERS:
VOICES FROM THE FIELD
The following video highlights the reflections of New York State school leaders on leading for schoolwide SEL.
WORKBOOK
ACTIVITY
To activate your prior knowledge on the topic, please complete the following steps:
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In your copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook, complete Activity 7.7.1 – Culture of SEL Reflection.
If you have not already created your personal copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook, you can make a copy by clicking here.
EXPLORE: TOPIC OVERVIEW
READ, WATCH, LISTEN
Select from the learning modalities below to explore an overview of the topic for this session. You may read a magazine-style article, watch a video, or listen to a conversational podcast.
You need to select only one option: read, watch, or listen.
As you read, watch, or listen, consider pausing and reviewing the key terms for this session in your workbook. You can add your own notes, ideas for application, or definitions of the terms in your own words.

READ
Dive into our Module 7 – Session 7 READ, a magazine-style overview of the session topic with infographics and links to resources.

WATCH
Tune into our Module 7 – Session 7 WATCH, a narrated, animated video that provides an overview of the session topic.

LISTEN
Settle in for our Module 7 – Session 7 LISTEN, a conversational, podcast-style discussion among educators about the session topic.
EXPLORE: CHOICE BOARD
Select one option from the choices offered below to learn more.
You need to select only one of the choices, but you are welcome to explore all the resources!

How to Implement Social and Emotional Learning at Your School
Synopsis: This article highlights some incremental activities in creating an integrated approach to SEL.
Format: Article
Time: 10 minutes

Reunite, Renew, Thrive: SEL Roadmap for Returning to School
Synopsis: This video provides an overview of building transformative SEL environments and competencies for healing and thriving during recovery from the pandemic, economic crisis, and systemic racism.
Format: Video
Time: 54 minutes

Ruth Cross and Gail Capps: Social Emotional Learning
Synopsis: In this episode of Voices from the Field, experts discuss systemic and schoolwide considerations for SEL.
Format: Podcast
Time: 29 minutes
ESTABLISH: REFLECTION FOR ACTION
WORKBOOK ACTIVITY
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Return to your copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook and complete Activity 7.7.2 – SEL School Culture Assessment.
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If you have not already made your personal copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook, you can make a copy by clicking here.
EXTEND: DEEPER LEARNING
Extend your learning by engaging in a longer workbook activity and/or accessing additional resources.
This section is designed to help you begin a journey into deeper learning on the topic area.
WORKBOOK ACTIVITY
Return to your copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook and complete Activity 7.7.3 – SEL Learning Walk-Through. If you have not already made your personal copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook, you can do so by clicking here.
Time: 20 minutes
ADDITIONAL
RESOURCES
Topic: Ten educator practices that promote social, emotional, and academic development, updated to consider students’ multiple learning environments and to reflect culturally responsive practices, trauma-informed instruction, and the science of learning and development.
Format: Brief
Time: 35 minutes
Resources on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Student and Educator Mental Health
Topic: Resources for educators to manage stress, practice self-care, and build SEL skills with their students
Format: Resource List
Time: Varies