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District 23 approves Second Step SEL curriculum for K–8 at cost of $24,593
Summary
The board approved purchase of Second Step by Committee for Children for district social-emotional learning across four schools at a total cost of $24,593, with a six-year license. Administrators cited alignment to Illinois SEL standards and existing staff familiarity.
The Prospect Heights School District 23 Board approved the purchase of Second Step as the district's social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum for early childhood through fifth grade and district-wide supports for EC–8 for a total cost of $24,593. Dr. Craig Curtis presented the SEL Committee’s recommendation, describing the committee’s rubric-based review and pilots of materials during the 2025–26 school year.
The minutes record the motion: "Motion to approve the purchase of Second Step as our Social/Emotional Learning Curriculum in the amount of $24,593." The motion, made by Mrs. Peters and seconded by Mrs. Botwinski, passed unanimously. Administration said the program includes intervention materials and a six-year unlimited digital license for district schools, and that some components had been in prior use, easing implementation and professional development needs.
