I think in a JROTC classroom, bringing in social-emotional learning can feel like a bit of a balancing act. It is a structured program with leadership, drill, and discipline to cover, along with set curriculum requirements, so finding the time and the natural fit for SEL isn’t always easy. On top of that, building buy-in while supporting a diverse group of cadets (and sometimes the co-instructor) means being intentional about how you connect SEL to leadership, resilience, and teamwork.
