Social Emotional Needs

Speakers: Wendy Clark, Robert Fawcett, Tim Stambaugh

Social-emotional learning (SEL) activities are critical for all students because they help build self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, and healthy relationship skills. These competencies support not only academic success but also overall well-being, helping students manage stress, navigate challenges, and collaborate effectively with others. For gifted and twice-exceptional (2e) students, SEL is especially important. They may experience heightened sensitivities, asynchronous development, perfectionism, or frustration related to learning differences. Without intentional support, these challenges can impact confidence and engagement. SEL activities provide a safe space to process emotions, develop coping strategies, and build resilience—empowering gifted and 2e learners to better understand themselves and thrive both academically and personally.

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