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5 Signs Students Need More Human Connection

5 Signs Students Need More Human Connection

To help students overcome feelings of isolation and disconnection, educators can address the root problems by fostering a welcoming environment, community, and belonging.
September 9, 2026
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The Second Step® Team
How Second Step® Programs Align to Character Education

How Second Step® Programs Align to Character Education

See how Second Step programs help schools make character development part of everyday learning by developing the human skills students need to put strong values into practice.
September 2, 2026
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The Second Step® Team
Character Values Are Important. Human Skills™ Instruction Helps Them Stick.

Character Values Are Important. Human Skills™ Instruction Helps Them Stick.

Character education gives students values to live by. Human skills are the tools that turn those values into everyday actions, relationships, and lasting behaviors.
August 26, 2026
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The Second Step® Team
How Kindness Shapes Classrooms, Communities, and Careers

How Kindness Shapes Classrooms, Communities, and Careers

Kindness is a skill students can grow. Discover how it can help create stronger relationships, connected classrooms, and career-ready students.
August 19, 2026
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The Second Step® Team

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