A local school is focusing on more than just the curriculum this year. 

Jim Peck, Principal of Clinton Junior High School, says they have taking a full-district approach to the social, emotional, and learning aspects of being a student. 

Peck says something they value is building communities. Every month will have a different theme, and in August students spent 20 minutes in their SEL groups once a week to work on building their SEL community. 

This is a campaign to prepare students better for life in social situations, in and outside of school, rather than just memorizing information for a test. Peck notes they emphasize the relationship between students, teachers, and families. 

Peck mentions that this was created specifically by Clinton, for Clinton, therefore it's catered directly to the needs of the students. If you'd like to find out more about SEL and Clinton Junior High School, visit cusd15.org