SECOND STEP^® FAMILY OF PROGRAMS

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Second Step® Virtual Leadership Summit | Driving Impact: Evidence-Based Human Skills Curricula for Student Success and Well-Being

Wednesday, October 8, 2025
11:00am Pacific | 2:00pm Eastern

A webinar by Second Step®, brought to you by Committee for Children.

Join district leaders from across the country for a multi-session virtual event focused on the transformative power of human skills education. Grounded in evidence-based practices, this series explores how human skills like empathy, adaptability, emotion regulation, and digital competence are not just classroom tools but also life skills that drive long-term student success.

Through expert insights, case studies, and practical frameworks, you’ll discover how evidence-based human skills curricula:

Improve student engagement and reduce behavioral disruptions
Strengthen school climate and learning community relationships
Align with district goals for academic achievement, well-being, and whole-child development
Prepare students for success beyond graduation—in college, career, and life

Key Takeaways:

Proven strategies for implementing human skills curricula at scale
Insights into measurable outcomes and district-level impact
Tools for aligning human skills programs with strategic priorities
Guidance on sustaining momentum through leadership and community buy-in

The Nonprofit Behind the Second Step^® Family of Programs

While we’re best known for our Second Step family of human skills programs, Committee for Children has championed the safety and well-being of children since 1979. From our headquarters in Seattle, Washington, we partner with researchers, policymakers, and thought leaders to fulfill our vision of safe children thriving in a peaceful world. Learn more about our work.

We’re committed to ensuring our programs are culturally relevant, affirming, and accessible to all children, especially the most systemically marginalized children. Find out more.