Second Step: Middle School Curriculum

The Second Step family of SEL programs help transform schools into supportive and successful learning environments uniquely equipped to help children thrive in middle school. It offers a holistic approach to SEL, one that contributes to a more empathetic society by providing families, school-based educators, out-of-school-time professionals, and the larger community. 

Grade Range Covered by Program
6-8
Grade Range Examined in Studies Used to Establish Program Effectiveness
6
Targeted Behavioral Area of Effect of Prevention/Intervention
Conduct or Behavioral Problems
Geographic Location of Participant Samples
Midwest
Population Density of Participant Samples
No Information
Latinos in the School Populations
Yes
Latinos in the School Populations %
26% in one very large, randomized control (RCT) study
Delivery Method
School, Classroom
Strength of Evidentiary Support
1 Star (⭐) CASEL
Additional Evaluation Outcomes
Significant evaluation outcomes in:
✔- Reduced Problem Behaviors
Cost of the Program
No
Additional Languages
Spanish, Portuguese
Contact Information
Committee for Children
2815 Second Avenue, Suite 400
Seattle, WA 98021
Phone: 800-634-4449, Ext. 1
Contact URL
https://www.secondstep.org