Comer School Development Program

03/05/2019

"Governors, mayors and other policymakers have an unprecedented opportunity to help support children who can develop the full array of social, emotional and academic skills necessary for success in school and in life."

The research is clear: Supporting social and emotional development improves academic achievement and behavior.

01/17/2019

Have you listened to the launch of the National Commission on Social, Emotional, and Academic Development’s new report, “From a Nation at Risk to a Nation at Hope?” Find the report, the video of its release, and so many resources for you to make the case for hope in our schools!

A growing movement dedicated to the social, emotional, and academic well-being of children is reshaping learning and changing lives across America. On the strength of its remarkable consensus, a nation at risk is finally a nation at hope. Find out more and get involved.

01/15/2019

Thrilled to be part of a - the report from the National Commission on Social, Emotional, And Academic Learning of which Dr. Comer is honorary chair.

Check out this story, told at the event today, for a beautiful example of integrating the developmental pathways and putting social, emotional, and academic learning into practice.

This video features an inspiring Better World Project accomplished by the Interdistrict School for Arts and Communication (ISAAC) in New London, CT, an EL Education…

01/14/2019

Tomorrow is the day! The final report from the Aspen Institute National Commission on Social, Emotional, and Academic Development on January 15th, 2019 from 8:30 AM -12:30 PM ET.

Join us for the livestream of "From a Nation at Risk to a Nation at Hope: Recommendations from the National Commission on Social, Emotional, and Academic Development" -https://form.jotform.com/82874602184158

12/17/2018

Our 50th anniversary was certainly a time to celebrate - celebrate each other, celebrate the work we have done together, celebrate the future for our children, and, celebrate our colleagues and friends who are no longer with us but remain in our hearts.

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11/27/2018

“His impact, not just through me but through many others, has been to reshape schools into places that not only teach head but teach heart … that teach inspiration as well as inspiration. … He’s one of the most influential educators in the history of the United States.” - Tim Shriver

NEW HAVEN - Educating the whole child, paying attention to students' social needs, personal development and family issues, is widely accepted as a part of public schools' mission today. Fifty years ago, that wasn't the case. Then along came Dr. James Comer. A psychiatrist at the Yale Child Study Cen...

10/25/2018

Tim Shriver mentioned this terrific Unified Champion School’s effort during his keynote at ! Check out the video of Ponaganset High School and learn more from our friends at Special Olympics about creating a school climate and culture of inclusion.

A National Banner Unified Champion School is one that has demonstrated a commitment to inclusion by meeting 10 standards of excellence. These standards were developed…

10/24/2018

What a joy it was to see so many members of the Comer SDP Family in New Haven for !

Remember our book drive for Comer Classroom Libraries continues. Visit our wishlist on Amazon to make your donation now. https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/DWCAB0JUCV2D

10/23/2018

“The science of development and learning has finally caught up to what Dr. Comer has been talking about and putting into practice for 50 years.” - Linda Darling-Hammond and Tim Shriver.

10/23/2018

Hot off the press! New book by Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond about the Comer Process. Looking forward to hearing her insights live today at !

Among the many models of school reform that have emerged in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, one has endured for more than 50 years: the School Development Program (SDP). Established in 1968 by renowned child psychiatrist James P. Comer and the Yale Child Study Center, the SDP is grounded in....

10/22/2018

: the video. The history, the model, the vision, the legacy.

The Comer School Development Program was founded 50 years ago right here at the Yale Child Study Center. Now it’s improving the lives of students in over 1,0...