What is Social and Emotional Learning?

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.

Social-emotional support hotline

Dearborn Public Schools is offering an emotional support hotline to assist students and families who are experiencing anxiety, fear and stress. Families reaching out to the hotline by phone or email will be contacted by a school counselor, social worker or psychologist. The hotline is 313-827-8500 or email at dss@dearbornschools.org.