The Second Step curriculum is a social-emotional learning (SEL) program developed by the Committee for Children, a non-profit organization based in Seattle. The program is designed to promote self-regulation skills for students in grades K-8. In 2018-19, ORE surveyed teachers about second step implementation. This brief responds to the following research questions:

1. Do teachers report implementing Second Step with fidelity?
2. Do teachers feel adequately trained, prepared, and supported to implement Second Step?
3. What benefits and challenges have teachers experienced with Second Step?
4. What additional supports do teachers feel they need to implement Second Step successfully?

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