This program is approved for WV Expanded School Mental Health.
Last reviewed: 2023
Intended Outcomes:
-Improved academic performance
-Reduced problem behaviors
-Improved school connectedness
Continuum of Care:
Universal Prevention
Topic Areas:
Behavioral Health/Mental Health, Disruptive Behaviors
Ages:
Childhood (4-12)
Geographic Locations:
Rural, Urban
Delivery Settings:
Community-Based, School-Based, Virtual
Cultural Considerations:
A balanced amount of the research involved diverse populations
Audience:
Students grades Pre-K through 6
Credentials:
There is no minimum credential requirement to implement this program.
Manuals:
Yes
Is Training Required?
Yes, see developer info
Who can provide the required training?
Please see the following site for more training information: https://www.harmonysel.org/training-support/
Program Costs (materials, training, etc.):
No
Program/Practice Website:
https://www.harmonysel.org
Relevant Published, Peer-Reviewed Research:
Morrison, J.R., Reilly, J. M., and Ross, S.M. (2019). Getting along with others as an educational goal: An implementation study of Sanford Harmony. Journal of Research in Innovative Teaching and Learning. Vol 12, 1 16-34.
Miller, C. F., Kochel, K. P., Wheeler, L. A., Updegraff, K. A., Fabes, R. A., Martin, C. L., & Hanish, L. D. (2017). The efficacy of a relationship building intervention in 5th grade. Journal of School Psychology, 61, 75-88.
Morrison, J., Zoccola, M., Yoder, N. Ross, S., Reilly, J. (n.d) Year Two of Harmony SEL Demonstrated Increased Implementation and Improved Student Outcomes: Research brief of the evaluation study of the Harmony SEL showcase schools. Johns Hopkins School of Education and Harmony Social and Emotional Learning.
Retrieved from: https://online.harmonysel.org/
Morrison, J, Latham, G., Ross, S., and Zoccola M. Educators Across the Country Find Value in Harmony SEL: Findings from a Broad Usage Survey. Johns Hopkins School of Education and Harmony Social and Emotional Learning. Retrieved from:
https://online.harmonysel.org/
Additional Sources:

WV Rating:
Promising
»WV Ratings Info
Rationale for Rating:
Due to lack of a body of research, we can rate no higher than promising. Studies were quasi experimental. We recommend further peer-reviewed research.
Contraindications or Concerns:
None identified
Other Registries/Ratings
The California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare:
Not On Registry
Blueprints for Healthy Youth Development:
Not On Registry
Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness:
Not On Registry
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Model Programs Guide:
Not On Registry
Washington State Institute for Public Policy:
Not On Registry