Our mission is to help make evidence-based social and emotional learning an integral part of education from preschool through high school. #SELCASEL is helping make evidence-based social and emotional learning an integral part of education, preschool through high school.

Core values

- **Addresses Societal Needs and Issues**: SEL programs help address various forms of inequity, promote educational equity and excellence, and create more inclusive learning environments[2][3][4].
- **Improves Quality of Life**: SEL leads to improved academic performance, positive social behaviors, reduced behavior problems and psychological distress, and better mental wellness[3][4].
- **Promotes Positive Change**: SEL fosters healthy identities, manages emotions, and helps individuals make responsible and caring decisions, contributing to safe, healthy, and just communities[2][3][4].
- **Contributes to Community Well-being**: SEL enhances school climate and safety, promotes future readiness, and has long-term positive outcomes up to 18 years later[4].