Bricks and mortar: building a foundation for emotional intelligence in your school

In this study, a teacher leader who plays a key role in bringing social and emotional learning (SEL) to one school has designed a resource useful to other educators applying emotional intelligence theory to support student learning and well-being. The handbook includes a research-based rationale describing the potential benefits of such a program, a general plan for implementation based on current programs, and personal accounts and suggestions from experience at one school. Included are templates, websites, and print resources that administrators and teacher leaders may find helpful during their own SEL implementation process. The resource will be timely, given the current shift in education toward an emphasis on developing student social and emotional competencies. --Leaf ii.