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Salisbury Elementary pilots Second Step SEL program after staff survey, grants fund licenses through 2030
Summary
Counselors presented a district pilot of the Second Step social-emotional learning curriculum for grades K—, supported by roughly $17,500 in Project AWARE and Highmark grants that cover digital licenses through 2030; board discussion focused on delivery, engagement and supports for students with special needs.
Cindy Hillbode, school counselor at Salisbury Elementary School, and kindergarten teacher Christina Attar told the board Feb. 18 that the district is piloting Second Step, a digital, evidence-based social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum for grades K—.
"This is an evidence-based digital tier 1 curriculum that aligns with our MTSS framework," Attar said, adding that lessons use interactive media and follow a common pacing schedule so "every student receives the same high-quality instruction." Hillbode said staff surveys (29 respondents) showed inconsistent delivery under the district's…
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