Handbook for Developing Emotional and Social Intelligence: Best Practices, Case Studies, and Strategies

15.3. IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR EMOTIONALLY LITERATE SCHOOLS

In this section, we describe the purpose and action steps for each phase of the implementation plan for Emotionally Literate Schools. The three phases are Readiness, Implementation, and Sustainability. Figure 15.1 depicts graphically the phases and the action steps.

Figure 15.1. Implementation Plan for Emotionally Literate Schools

15.3.1. Readiness Phase

The Readiness Phase is comprised of the first two action steps in our implementation plan: (1) Introduction to Program Concepts and Structure and (2) Formation of the Steering Committee. The goal of this phase is to gain commitment ...