ABCs of Social Emotional Learning for School Counselors and Administrators
An Adaptive, Balanced, and Collaborative Approach

Edited by Melissa S. Ockerman,Kirsten H. Perry

ISBN13: 9781071949665

Imprint: Corwin Press Inc

Publisher: SAGE Publications Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Published: 14/01/2026

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Description
Practical strategies to improve school climate and well-being for all School counselors often shoulder the weight of social emotional learning (SEL) at a time when students are experiencing increased mental health challenges, including loneliness, depression, and trauma, leaving them vulnerable to burnout. With contributions from a team of educational experts, this practical and timely guide presents a user-friendly framework that integrates adaptive strategies to meet real-time needs, balanced approaches to distribute workloads effectively, and collaborative solutions that elevate the voices of students and the school community. Inside, you will find: Actionable insights to foster culturally responsive programming while driving systemic change Practical solutions for addressing real-world implementation challenges tailored to diverse school communities Downloadable templates, talking points for encouraging dialogue, and team-based professional development activities Guidance for fostering partnerships among administrators, school counselors, and multidisciplinary partners Strategies to prevent burnout and sustain meaningful contributions within school systems Grounded in research and real-world experience, The ABCs of Social Emotional Learning for School Counselors and Administrators equips educators to build sustainable programs while prioritizing the well-being of all.
Acknowledgments and Dedications List of Contributors Preface Chapter 1: Introduction: The Need for an Adaptive, Balanced & Collaborative Approach–Why now? - Kirsten Perry and Melissa S. Ockerman Chapter 2: It Starts with Leadership: A Message to Administrators - Anita Young and Jasmine Thurmond Chapter 3: Understanding How the ASCA and CASEL Frameworks Work Together - Nilufar Rezai and Mandy Savitz-Romer Chapter 4: Social Emotional Learning and Culturally Responsive Practices - Leonis Wright, Darnell Fine, and Alicia Oglesby Chapter 5: The ABCs for Tier 1: Data Collection, Analysis and Intervention - Emily Goodman-Scott, Oliver Camacho, and Elisa Lewis Chapter 6: The ABCs for Tier 2 and 3: Data Collection, Analysis and Intervention - Peg Donohue, Rebecca Pianta, and Jennifer Betters-Bubon Chapter 7: Uplifting and Valuing Community Voice - Miguel Saucedo, Nancy Chae and Jennifer Niles Chapter 8: The ABCs to Prevent Burnout - Alexandra Novakovic, Rebecca Michel and Tim Franklin Chapter 9: Conclusion: School Counselors are NOT Superheroes, but We Are Super at What We Do - Kirsten Perry and Melissa S. Ockerman
  • Teaching skills & techniques
  • Counselling & advice services
  • Professional & Vocational
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