Committee tries Wayfinder SEL exercise and hears how district uses program

Committee members participated in a Wayfinder interview‑game designed to build collaboration and relationship skills, after which the presenter described how Wayfinder fits into a K–12 continuum of social‑emotional learning.

Julia, who led the activity, told the group Wayfinder is the district’s social‑emotional learning curriculum and that activities and lessons are part of a continuum from K–12. "Wayfinder is our social emotional learning curriculum," she said, explaining the program’s goals of fostering belonging, connection and a later sense of purpose. Participants completed timed interview rounds, tallied points, and reflected that the fast pace encouraged listening and revealed quick ways to learn about colleagues.

Members said the exercise was useful for modeling student experiences and helpful as a professional activity. The presenter tied the game to research on relationship building and noted that Wayfinder lessons are intended to reduce teasing and bullying while supporting students’ sense of belonging.

The committee did not take policy action on Wayfinder at the retreat, but members expressed support for the curriculum and for integrating similar activities into professional development and student programs.