A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 4 through March 8, 2024, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week" to recognize the critical role social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families.

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Summary of Bill SRES 576

Bill 118 sres 576 is a resolution that aims to designate the week of March 4 through March 8, 2024, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week." The purpose of this designation is to recognize the important role that social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families.

Social and emotional learning refers to the process through which individuals acquire and apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.

The resolution emphasizes the critical importance of social and emotional learning in helping students develop the skills they need to succeed academically and in life. It recognizes that these skills are essential for promoting positive mental health, reducing behavioral issues, and creating a positive school climate. By designating a specific week to focus on social and emotional learning, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the benefits of incorporating these skills into educational curricula and to encourage schools and communities to prioritize the development of social and emotional competencies in students. Overall, Bill 118 sres 576 highlights the importance of social and emotional learning in promoting the well-being of students, educators, and families, and calls for greater recognition and support for these critical skills in the education system.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 576

Bill SRES 576 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 6, 2024. Bill SRES 576 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 6, 2024. Bill SRES 576's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2243) as of March 6, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 576

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 576

A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 4 through March 8, 2024, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week" to recognize the critical role social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families.A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 4 through March 8, 2024, as "National Social and Emotional Learning Week" to recognize the critical role social and emotional learning plays in supporting the academic success and overall well-being of students, educators, and families.

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