The Nevada Virtual Learning Center is open to ALL educators and is a free virtual support system and statewide community of educators developing social, emotional, and academic development skills that reinforce equitable environments and student success. The Center provides state-funded (free) professional development and a statewide Community of Practice.  You must log in through Canvas to access the Nevada Virtual Learning Center. *If you are unable to login, please contact your district IT contact for the code. SEL aligns with Career and Workforce Development in that 

•  Students need academic knowledge, training, and credentials. 
•  Social and emotional skills are necessary for success in work and life. 
•  Students need a wide range of skills and attitudes:
  • The ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and others    
  •  Know how to cultivate relationships with mentors and others who can support them in their career path and life  
  •  Develop and sustain a sense of purpose and belonging  
  •  How to be mentally and physically healthy  
  •  How to be civically engaged and culturally responsive   

• Nevada Statewide Social and Emotional Competencies. 

 Where is Nevada with SEL and workforce readiness/success? Career Guidance is an integral part of each student’s academic experience. Nevada’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) program has adopted the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College and Career-Readiness Standards for Every Student (NAC 389.187). Find more information at:  The Collaborative of Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL Employability and Workforce Readiness) Focusing on the integration of SEL with college and career readiness standards, this brief, Aspen Institute: This Time With Feeling, from The Aspen Institute outlines the mutually reinforcing benefits of the two frameworks. It may be helpful if you are interested in integrating SEL into English Language Arts, mathematics, and science instruction and/or college and career readiness activities. Career and Technical Education Employability and Workforce Readiness Aspen Institute: This Time with Feeling The Aspen Institute Disclaimer: The Nevada Department of Education does not in any way signify the endorsement or recommendation of any resources provided. The resources are provided as a convenience.