The education landscape is evolving rapidly in 2025, shaped by shifting federal priorities, growing polarization, and the integration of new technologies. Amid these changes, education leaders continue to grapple with urgent priorities around students' academic learning, well-being, and future readiness.
In this moment of change, how do we cultivate durable skills that young people need to thrive throughout their lives and careers? How do we foster durable innovations in schools that last beyond fleeting trends or changes in leadership? And how do we ensure the durability of our field, as a unifying anchor even in divisive times?
Thought leaders Dr. Timothy Shriver and Dr. Aaliyah A. Samuel reflect on these essential questions, share the latest data and insights, and outline a compelling vision for advancing SEL as the foundation for a future-ready generation.
