What People Are Saying
Proven gains in student success and school climate
District leaders, principals, and teachers across the country say Second Step® programs make a real difference for students and school climate. They’ve seen calmer classrooms, fewer disruptions, stronger relationships, and better learning conditions—often within the first year of implementation.
They report:
- Calmer, more focused classrooms
- Sharp reductions in disruptions
- Stronger student relationships and belonging
- Better attendance and academic readiness
- Higher teacher satisfaction and reduced burnout
Second Step programs have expanded my strategies for teaching [human skills] and helped me create an avenue where my students’ voices can be heard and they are accepted for who they are.
Our impact with school partners
Creating successful learners
Educators using Second Step programs create healthy school climates where students build the vital skills they need for a lifetime of learning.
Empowering educators
Our programs give educators what they need to make a difference: more time for teaching, tools that fit naturally into the day, and support that helps students thrive.
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Providing a common language
We help unify school communities—as everyone uses the same language, works toward the same goals, and builds a stronger school climate where students can succeed.
Improving academics
Investing in our programs is investing in each child’s potential. Together, we give all students a better shot at success, boost attendance and graduation rates, and improve measures of academic performance.
Second Step programs put into words the feelings and emotions that kids have and sometimes don’t know how to express.
Award-winning programs that deliver
Second Step programs are a two-time Tech & Learning award winner, recognized for the strength and impact of the K–8 digital programs. Judges highlighted the leader insights, detailed progress reporting, and built-in educator supports that help schools strengthen climate and improve student success. These honors reflect the meaningful results districts see every day.
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