The SEL Academy provides school faculty, counselors, and administration with the resources to support the growth and development of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) competencies for all students (Tier 1) in their care, with a particular emphasis on how SEL can be adapted to meet the needs of their individual school communities.
Based on CASEL’s social and emotional learning competencies of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making, alongside Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework, through professional learning and access to coaching, participants in the SEL Academy will learn to:
The SEL Academy is designed for PK-12 Catholic school educators, leaders, and counselors.
Register here for the SEL Academy or contact Dr. Molly McMahon, Director of Leadership Programs at the Roche Center, at mcmahomw@bc.edu.
The cost is $7,500 for a team of three leaders / teachers per school. Schools may add more teachers for an additional $2,500 per person. First-year participation includes:
The second year of the program is optional and includes ongoing coaching for schools that have completed year 1 of the program. Schools that register for a second year are charged $5,000 for ongoing monthly coaching and professional development support.
Register here for the SEL Academy or contact Dr. Molly McMahon, Director of Leadership Programs at the Roche Center, at mcmahomw@bc.edu.
Registration is limited to 15 schools per year.
The deadline to register is June 1, 2024.
Contact Dr. Molly McMahon, Director of Leadership Programs at the Roche Center, at mcmahomw@bc.edu.
The SEL Academy is facilitated by Dr. Molly McMahon, Director of Leadership Programs at the Roche Center. Molly has more than 20 years of administrative experience in Catholic and public schools, and has served as a teacher-leader and principal. Prior to joining the Roche Center, Molly was instrumental in helping Chelmsford Public Schools facilitate SEL effectively in all schools as approved Tier 3 SEL sites. In addition to facilitating the Roche Center's SEL Academy, she has presented on SEL and mental health in Catholic schools in keynotes, at professional develpment sessions with schools and (arch)diocesan partners, and at conferences such as the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA). Molly holds a doctorate in K-12 administration from Boston College.
Social and emotional health impacts how students engage and learn.
The SEL Academy provides educators with the tools to ensure that students feel safe and seen, which increases prosocial behavior, academic achievement, and greater overall success and enjoyment in learning and in life.
Roche Center for Catholic Education
Boston College
25 Lawrence Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
617-552-4187
