SEL | Academic Integration & Youth Leadership Empower
Welcome to the Youth SEL EMPOWER initiative, a dynamic program dedicated to cultivating leadership in elementary schools throughout New York City Public Schools. Through climate and culture events, this initiative champions social-emotional learning, fostering a strong sense of belonging and meaningful connections among peers. Guided by high school youth leaders known as Heart Buddies, the program bridges elementary and secondary education, paving the way for mentorship and personal growth.
Services
Online SEL Training Courses
Our Online SEL Training Courses for Kids are interactive, engaging, and designed to help children develop crucial Social Emotional Learning (SEL) skills. These courses cover a wide range of topics, including understanding and managing emotions, building healthy relationships, setting and achieving positive goals, and making responsible decisions.
SEL Academic Integration Tools
Our SEL Academic Integration Tools are a suite of resources designed to seamlessly incorporate Social Emotional Learning into academic curricula. These tools include lesson plans, activity guides, and assessment instruments tailored to various grade levels and subject areas. By integrating SEL with academic content, educators can create a holistic learning experience that promotes students' emotional and cognitive growth.
Youth Leader Mentorship
The Youth Leader Mentorship program is an empowering initiative that pairs experienced youth leaders with younger students to develop leadership skills, self-confidence, and a sense of responsibility. Through this mentorship program, youth leaders receive training and support to guide their mentees in developing SEL competencies such as self-awareness, social skills, and responsible decision-making. The program includes regular mentorship sessions, leadership workshops, and community service projects that encourage mentees to apply their learning in real-world contexts.