Supportive of emotional intelligence, or SEL guidelines from VDOE to ensure higher Social Vulnerability Index (refer to CDC). In some communities the concept of SEL may be blocked due to 'personal' opinions and not understanding the larger concept, therefore needed. However, should be embedded in school/community cultural - teaching holistically, and for the development of the prefrontal cortex. Historically was/has been part of public education for the masses goals and objectives, but perhaps somewhat lost in the legacy of No Child Left Behind.