Curriculum Hub:

CASEL and ASCA Standards

Alignment

🎯 Our Commitment to Standards-Based SEL
School Counselor World is built on the belief that Social and Emotional Learning should be structured, strategic, and standards-aligned. That’s why every resource we create connects directly to the nationally recognized frameworks from CASEL and the American School Counselor Association (ASCA).

Below you’ll find a breakdown of the five CASEL Core Competencies, each paired with real-world SEL topics and examples of how our lessons bring these areas to life. You’ll also see how we incorporate ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors throughout our lesson planning and resource library.

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Topics Such As...
Self-
Awareness
Identifying
Emotions
Recognizing
Strengths
Building
Confidence
Linking Values
& Thoughts
Growth
Mindset
Self-
Management
Managing
Emotions
Impulse
Control
Stress
Management
Goal
Setting
Organizational
Skills
Social
Awareness
Empathy
Respect
for Others
Perspective
Taking
Appreciating
Diversity
Recognizing
Boundaries
Relationship
Skills
Listening
& Sharing
Communication
Skills
Teamwork &
Cooperation
Resolving
Conflicts
Showing Positive
Leadership
Responsible
Decision-Making
Evaluating
Choices
Using Critical
Thinking Skills
Problem-
Solving
Ethical Decision
-Making
Safety
& Responsibility

ASCA MINDSETS & BEHAVIOR STANDARDS

Our resources also align with the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success, supporting academic, career, and social/emotional development through:

Mindsets

  • Belief in development of whole self, including a healthy balance of mental, social/emotional, and physical well-being
  • Self-confidence in ability to succeed
  • Sense of belonging and support in school environment

Behavior Standards

  • Learning Strategies – goal-setting, persistence, and effective learning habits
  • Self-Management Skills – managing emotions and behaviors, self-discipline
  • Social Skills – empathy, communication, cooperation

Each SCW lesson includes clearly stated objectives aligned with ASCA behaviors, making them ideal for:

  • Classroom integration
  • Tiered interventions
  • Data-driven reports
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WHY
THIS
Matters

Aligning with CASEL and ASCA standards means:
  • ⭐ Lessons are grounded in research and best practices
  • ⭐ Planning is simplified with clear learning outcomes
  • ⭐ Tiered support is easier to manage
  • ⭐ Your SEL instruction is easier to explain, justify, and celebrate
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