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The Case for Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in Yeshivos & Jewish Schools

Empowering Our Students with the Skills to Thrive

At Darcheinu and Our Path, we believe every child deserves the tools to grow into a healthy, resilient adult – both emotionally and spiritually.
Our comprehensive Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curricula are designed specifically for Jewish schools, integrating Torah values with proven, research-based strategies that help students navigate life’s challenges.

Why SEL Matters in Yeshivos

Addresses Real-Life Struggles: Students face stress, peer pressure, and emotional challenges — whether at home, in school, or socially.

Torah-Integrated Approach: Our lessons include Torah sources and values in every session (Darcheinu), or culturally Jewish, non-denominational content (Our Path) for broader settings.

Proven Outcomes: Research shows that comprehensive SEL programs improve academic performance, behavior, and emotional well-being.

Our Mission & Reach

  • 100+ Schools across nearly 20 states and 4 countries
  • Separate Boys’ and Girls’ Curricula
  • Post-High School Program for yeshivas and seminaries
  • Parent Engagement through weekly newsletters and at-home reinforcement

What Students Learn

  1. Personal Skills – Emotional regulation, self-awareness, healthy decision-making
  2. Social Skills – Communication, friendship, conflict resolution, assertiveness
  3. Prevention Skills – Resisting unhealthy behaviors, navigating peer pressure, understanding consequences

How It Works

  • Fully Digital Curriculum – Thousands of pages of lesson plans, worksheets, and activities
  • Teacher Training & Supervision – Ongoing support for successful program delivery
  • Flexible Scheduling – Typically one class per week (35–40 minutes)

Key Takeaways from the Presentation

  • SEL is not a “special event” — it’s an ongoing part of education, like math or Chumash
  • Stories like Yankee’s (a 7th grader struggling at home and in school) illustrate the urgent need for these skills
  • Visual tools, like the black dot analogy, make lessons stick
  • SEL builds lifelong tools that students will carry into marriage, parenting, and community leadership

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If you are a principal, educator, or community leader, now is the time to bring SEL into your school. Contact us to learn how Darcheinu or Our Path can tailor our program to your needs.
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Our program is designed to accommodate Jewish schools of all sizes, both large and small. Please fill out the form below, and a member of our team will reach out to help you get started.
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Darcheinu is Endorsed by the Vaad Roshei HaYeshiva of Torah Umesorah and is under the auspices of Harav Hillel David Shlit”a and Harav Elya Brudny Shlit”a.

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