What Sets ThirtyThree 6 Apart

Reimagining SEL as a Pathway to Healing, Purpose, and Real-World Readiness

At ThirtyThree 6, we’re not just teaching SEL—we’re transforming it. While traditional programs focus on surface-level skills, we go deeper—merging emotional intelligence with identity work, project-based learning, and culturally responsive pedagogy. Our mission: to build emotionally agile students, purpose-driven classrooms, and systems that center the whole learner.

1. A New SEL Paradigm: Think. Plan. Act. Reflect.

Our framework moves beyond feel-good lessons. Grounded in research and real-world application, every module empowers students to think critically, set intentional goals, act with emotional precision, and reflect meaningfully on their growth. It’s SEL with strategy—and staying power.

2. Depth of Knowledge Meets Depth of Self

From exploring complex psychological concepts (DOK 1–2) to designing real-life solutions (DOK 3–4), students aren’t just learning about emotions—they’re applying that knowledge to shape behavior, decisions, and relationships. We elevate SEL to a rigorous, cognitive experience that prepares learners for life’s complexity.

3. SEL as an Emotional Art Form

We blend self-development with creativity. Through art, writing, storytelling, and reflective projects, students process emotions in ways that are engaging, therapeutic, and transformative. This artistic integration boosts motivation, reduces stress, and nurtures a deeper connection to learning.

4. Individualized, Identity-Affirming SEL

No two learners experience the world the same way. That’s why our approach is never one-size-fits-all. Our curriculum centers identity, culture, and lived experience—creating brave spaces where students reflect on who they are, where they come from, and who they want to become.

5. Designed for the 21st Century Student

We fuse SEL with the 4Cs—critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity—while seamlessly integrating reading, writing, and expressive language. Our thematic approach keeps learning relevant, rigorous, and aligned with both Common Core and CASEL standards.

6. Behavior Change Rooted in Belonging

Lasting behavior change doesn’t come from control—it comes from connection. Our modules promote self-regulation, empathy, and intrinsic motivation by helping students feel safe, seen, and supported. The result? Stronger peer relationships, better classroom culture, and more empowered choices.

7. Experiential PD That Mirrors the Curriculum

We don’t ask educators to teach what they haven’t lived. Our professional development immerses teachers in the same SEL tools their students use—building emotional fluency, modeling vulnerability, and creating stronger educator-student relationships.

We’re Not Just Delivering SEL. We’re Disrupting It.

If you’re ready to move past buzzwords and toward real change—emotionally, academically, and culturally—we’re ready to partner with you.