1. We have a course for 7th graders called Why Try. This helps them navigate middle school and overcome challenges.
2. We implemented a Wellness Wednesday during HOSA week in which students participated in yoga and meditation.
3. We are a small school, so we have built close relationships with students and their families, in and out of school.

Integrating SEL with CTE makes students more likely to find employment and keep a job.

We use Naviance in our college career courses.

Work Based Learning, or Structured Learning Experience (SLE), is a great opportunity for students who want to begin their work life and/or try different ideas out before committing to a path.  There is so much learning that happens in a first job- learning about yourself, learning about the work world, learning about others work styles that having the support of WBL provides structure for a student to enter the workforce in a positive way. 

Its never too early to explore careers. Whether it is hosting various professionals in class to describe their careers, learning about careers through imaginative play or games, or supporting early curiosity in young students, the benefits of learning about careers are noteworthy.

1. It's never too early to start thinking about the future. 
2. Potential benefits of early career work.
3. Hands-on learning in the early years match the cognitive development and motivational needs of students.

The use of Naviance Career Exploration and Strengths Explorer as well as exposure to Career and College Fairs have been useful ways to enhance our career development programs. 

Our students have access to Career Exploration tools in Naviance, as well as, given the opportunity to attend Career Fairs.

According to the ASCA, Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is the process of developing self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Counselors use SEL to improve student mental health, to reduce behavioral issues, and to create resiliency.

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions. Students in SEL programs are more likely to attend school and receive better grades, and are less likely to have conduct problems. Successful infusion of SEL can result in positive behaviors, increased academic success, and caring communities. That is our goal as school counselors.