In this groundbreaking book, nationally recognized leaders in education and psychology examine the relationships between social emotional education and school success-specifically focusing on interventions that enhance student learning. Offering scientific evidence and practical examples, this volume points out the many benefits of social emotional learning programs, including:Building skills linked to cognitive developmentEncouraging student focus and motivationImproving relationships between students and teachersCreating school-family partnerships to help students achieveIncreasing student confidence and success