Why are some children more successful than others even though they attend the same school and have simliar IQs and backgrounds? A lack of emotional intelligence (EQ).

While there have been various advances in society, our general quality of life isn’t improving much. Anxiety, stress, cyberbullying, suicides and more are increasing each year at an alarming rate. A high EQ/ SEL score means having self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, motivation, relationship skills and social awareness. It enhances everything from academics to emotions, sociability and behaviors.

Every educator and school desires to set students up for success. Now they can!

During this COVID age, there has been an alarming increase in stress and anxiety among children. They can no longer go to parks like they used to, they have pulled away from their classrooms and friends without the guarantee of returning in the fall, and their loved ones may be at risk. Right now, more than ever, it’s important for schools to take a safe and healthy technological approach to social-emotional learning (SEL). Traditional ways of teaching EQ/ SEL, e.g. textbooks, will be even less effective if students have to study from home; technology is an innovative solution. IQ isn’t the same as EQ/ SEL but is equally as important. Every child should have an equal opportunity to obtain the tools/skills EQ/ SEL provides regardless of socio-economic background, school districts, etc.

We are seeking the support of policy experts, administrators, educators, support specialists (e.g. social workers, EQ/ SEL Practitioners, psychologists), and parents/guardians, in addition to like-minded organizations and innovators committed to making the process of learning more healthy and effective.

With your support, we will seek to:

1. Create and promote related academic research
2. Adapt related education ethical guidelines
3. Advocate for related policies and procedures
4. Make EQ/ SEL tools more accessible, easier to implement, and affordable.