Promoting Students’ Social-Emotional Well-Being in International School Settings: An Implementation Study of Fly Five

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Abstract

The dynamic and diverse nature of international schools poses some unique challenges and opportunities for implementing SEL programs. This study investigates the implementation of the SEL program Fly Five in international schools in Morocco. Specifically, we examine the program uptake, usage, and effect on relevant student-level outcomes during the first two years. Data collection occurred at three sites, with 42 teachers in grades K-8 and about 520 students participating. Multilevel analyses revealed improvements in students’ SEL competencies relative to the control group (ES = 0.35-0.40), which were driven by positive effects on relationship skills and social awareness. Our findings provide new insights into the implementation of SEL programs in international schools and other diverse school settings.

Author

• Clara-Christina Gerstner, University of Alabama