ISD uses the Second Step Curriculum for K-8, a curriculum that encompasses the 5 core competencies set forth by CASEL. Check out the video overview of the Second Step program here.
- Communication sent from each school about when lessons are taught, content, and home extensions
Elementary curriculum access for families at www.Secondstep.org, using one of these activation codes:
- SSP2 FAMI LY7K - Kindergarten
- SSP1 FAMI LY71 – First Grade
- SSP2 FAMI LY72 – Second Grade
- SSP2 FAMI LY73 – Third Grade
- SSP2 FAMI LY74 – Fourth Grade
- SSP2 FAMI LY75 – Fifth grade
Possible home connections:
- Check out parent SEL resources on CASEL
- Allow your child(ren) to talk about their feelings and emotions
- Discuss current events in terms of feelings, empathy, and perspectives
- Use the problem solving flowchart from Second Step.
- Share personal stories about overcoming obstacles
- Read stories/ books from the family resources page on Second Step