2024 Second Step Educator of the Year

Natali Jones

Today, Committee for Children, a global nonprofit championing the development of social-emotional life skills, proudly announces the recipients of its distinguished 2024 Second Step® Educator of the Year Awards.

As the only award of its kind in the industry, it honors educators who are setting new standards in social-emotional practices that support academics and drive meaningful, lasting change in their school communities.

Hundreds of Second Step users throughout the nation applied for this award, submitting inspiring applications.

“These exceptional educators demonstrate that social-emotional skills are the foundation for students to connect, solve problems, and thrive in school and in life,” said Andrea Lovanhill, CEO of Committee for Children. “We’re thrilled to introduce the District Innovator Award to celebrate districtwide efforts to ensure every student benefits from strong social and emotional skills.”

Watch the Award video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjkEmoDefKQ