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Proven Results: How Atlanta Public Schools Boosts Academic Achievement with Second Step® Programs
Atlanta Public Schools, a large and diverse district serving nearly 50,000 students, is showing how a thoughtful, data-informed approach can transform school climate and academic outcomes.
January 1, 2025
Case studies/success stories
District Leader
Case studies/success stories
Elementary school
Middle school
High school
Human skills
Absenteeism
Educators’ Favorite Kids’ Books: Great Stories That Happen to Spotlight Human Skills
Looking for great gift ideas? Our Second Step® educators have got you covered. Check out their favorite children’s books that entertain and model essential skills.
December 6, 2024
Blog
Educator
Blog
Human skills
Empathy
Emotion regulation

3 Tips to Boost Teacher Buy-In for Human Skills Instruction
When teachers faithfully implement human skills programs, they’ll more likely see student outcomes like improved academic skills, prosocial behaviors, and overall well-being.
November 13, 2024
Blog
School Leader
Blog
Human skills
School climate
How Human Skills Can Help Students Find Opportunities for Academic Growth
Human skills programs could be a vital tool in addressing the academic struggles of children across the country and helping them find opportunities for improvement.
November 6, 2024
Blog
Educator
Blog
Human skills
Executive functions
Growth mindset
Navigating Tough Conversations: An Educator's Guide to Civil Discourse
Our Civil Discourse Resource Guide for Educators offers actionable strategies to help students navigate challenging conversations so everyone can feel heard and respected.
October 15, 2024
Blog
Educator
Blog
Human skills
Communication
School climate
Fostering Connection: How Human Skill-Building Impacts Teacher-Student Relationships
Explore the power of human skill-building interventions to strengthen teacher-student relationships and build more connected classrooms.
October 9, 2024
Blog
Educator
Blog
Human skills
School climate
Communication
Making Educator Wellness a Priority
Educators face no shortage of challenges in their work, but by prioritizing their own wellness, those challenges become opportunities for self-care.
October 2, 2024
Blog
Educator
Blog
Human skills
