Second Step for Grade 5: “Second Step® Elementary is a research-based program designed to improve students’ human skills, including growth mindset, goal-setting, emotion management, kindness and empathy, and problem-solving. Studies show that these skills can support students’ school performance, increase positive social behaviors, and reduce conduct problems such as bullying. Programs that teach these skills can also help create positive classroom and school climates. Second Step Elementary is taught in the classroom to all students and helps students develop a common set of skills and strategies that can be practiced, used, and reinforced throughout the school community, including at home.
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Second Step for Grades 6-8: Second Step Middle School is a research-based program designed to improve students’ human skills, including growth mindsets, goal-making, emotion management, responsible decision-making, and managing relationships and social conflict. Studies show that these skills can help improve academic performance, promote positive relationships, and reduce emotional distress and negative social behaviors like peer conflict. Programs that teach these skills can also help create positive classroom and school climates.

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