Foundational SEL: Paving a Path for All to Thrive

This inspiring 4-session course presents an effective lesson sequence and simple and profound practices to either begin or fine-tune SEL. All sessions are interactive, engaging and practical. The sessions share practical resources and ideas that are the foundation of SEL for grades K-6.

Foundational SEL skills, taught with intention, are more important than ever in our school settings, classrooms, and parenting groups. Young learners need skills and vocabulary to develop self and social awareness and to engage in deep and meaningful education. Never before has the focus on relationships and belonging been so important.

The framework that will be presented aligns with CASEL's framework and provides a common language to build emotional intelligence, positive communication, restorative practices in ourselves and with our students.

US Session Dates:

Session 1: January 29, 2026

Session 2: February 5, 2026

Session 3: February 12, 2026

Session 4: February 26, 2026

US Session Times:

Eastern (EST UTC -5) 7 pm - 9 pm

Central (CST UTC -6) 6 pm - 8 pm

Mountain (ICT UTC -7) 5 pm - 7 pm

Pacific (CET UTC -8) 4 pm - 6 pm

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Asia Session Dates:

Session 1: January 20, 2026

Session 2: February 6, 2026

Session 3: February 13, 2026

Session 4: February 27, 2026

Asia Session Times:

Japan (JST UTC +9) 9 am - 11 am

China (CST UTC +8) 8 am - 10 am

Bangkok (ICT UTC +7) 7 am - 9 am

The course is designed for:

All K-6 Educators, including:

• Teachers, Specialists
• Teaching Assistants & Paraprofessionals
• Principals and Division Heads
• Counselors & School Social Workers
• SEL Coordinators
• Curriculum Coordinators
• Directors of Learning

Course Goal & Outcomes:

• A framework for developing common SEL vocabulary and skills for elementary students
• A series of experiences and rituals that engage young learners while developing a sense of community and belonging
• Lessons sequence to develop skills that build upon each other and can be adapted to different developmental stages and needs
• Teacher practices and strategies for wellbeing

What’s Included:

• Four sessions of SEL Teaching, Practices, and Resources
• Digital PDF packet of SEL Lessons and Resources
• Connection to like-minded and international community of educators

Invoice & PO Payments

If you would like to pay by PO or be Invoiced, please complete your registration online, select 'Pay by Check' on the payment page. Payments to be mailed to:

Institute for SEL

325 Sharon Park Drive, Suite 845

Menlo Park, CA 94025-6805

Please clearly mark the participant name(s) associated with your check.

Note: your participation will not be confirmed until we receive your full payment.

Cancellation, Refund and Credit Policy

Registration fees will be refunded at 50% of the registration ticket price paid, less the $50 refund processing cost, if requested in writing more than two-weeks prior to the start of the course. From two weeks prior to the start of the course until the day before the course begins, refunds requested in writing will be granted a credit for the full value of their registration ticket price. No refunds or credits are available on or after the start date of the course. To begin the cancellation process, please email us at admin@instituteforsel.net.

Financial Aid

IFSEL is committed to ensuring equitable access to our programs for all educators, with the belief that financial barriers should not limit opportunities for growth and development. Through our Equity Access Fund, we aim to make our programs accessible to those seeking financial support.

Apply here. Please note: this form cannot be saved, so it will need to be completed in one sitting.
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If you have any questions, please email us at admin@instituteforsel.net.