Our Approach
Transform Middle School Counseling with Palo SEL
A solution designed by counselors, for counselors, and proven to make a difference. Palo SEL empowers your team to proactively manage crises and build a truly supportive, data-driven environment for every student - in just 5 minutes a day.
The Challenges You Know All Too Well
Middle school counselors are stretched thin, juggling:
- Overwhelming student-to-counselor ratios (often exceeding 400:1, far beyond the ASCA-recommended 250:1).
- A surge in student mental health needs, often with limited resources for timely intervention.
- The constant struggle to manage disruptive behavior and improve attendance.
- Mountains of paperwork and administrative tasks that steal time from direct student support.
You're dedicated to your students, but you need the right tools to be truly effective.
Palo SEL your Partner in Proactive Student Support
Palo SEL: 5-Minute SEL That Makes a Difference:
Transform your middle school advisory period with research-backed social-emotional learning that students actually engage with. Palo SEL delivers precisely what today's middle schools need: High-impact SEL in just 5 minutes daily. Our platform was built from the ground up specifically for the unique developmental needs and interests of middle school students.Key Features:
- Anxiety-Reducing Micro-Exercises: Daily micro-lessons designed specifically to capture middle school attention spans while delivering meaningful skill-building practices that build resilience over time.
- Synchronized Learning Experience: All students engage with the same core concepts simultaneously, creating a shared vocabulary and consistent emotional framework across your entire school community.
- AI-Powered Early Warning System: Our proprietary algorithm identifies subtle changes in student responses and engagement patterns, flagging potential concerns before they become crises. This allows counselors to provide targeted support proactively.
- Built for Counselors, By Counselors: Intuitive interface, minimal training required. We understand your workflow and designed this platform to save you time, not add to your burden.
Real Results in Partner Schools:
See Palo SEL in Action: Real Schools, Real Impact
"It’s a standalone program that I didn’t have to plan, and it’s a great SEL supplement. Even if I have 40 in a class, currently 25, I would not need to do anything. It’s all very self-sufficient."6th Grade Teacher
"It’s efficient and effective. Palo works really well with this age group. It’s not easy to find something that they like to engage in, but they like Palo."Middle School Counselor
Data Privacy & Ethical Use: Our Top Priority
We understand the sensitivity of student data. Palo SEL is built with the highest standards of data privacy and security:
FERPA Compliance:
We adhere to all federal regulations regarding student data privacy.
We adhere to all federal regulations regarding student data privacy.
Transparent Data Policies:
We're upfront about what data we collect and how we use it. You have full control over your data.
We're upfront about what data we collect and how we use it. You have full control over your data.
Robust Security Measures:
We use industry-leading encryption, multi-factor authentication, intrusion detection systems, and regular security audits to protect your data.
We use industry-leading encryption, multi-factor authentication, intrusion detection systems, and regular security audits to protect your data.
Bias Mitigation:
Our AI algorithms are continuously monitored and refined to minimize bias and ensure equitable outcomes for all students.
Our AI algorithms are continuously monitored and refined to minimize bias and ensure equitable outcomes for all students.
Human Oversight:
Our AI is a tool to assist counselors, not replace them. Human judgment is always paramount.
Our AI is a tool to assist counselors, not replace them. Human judgment is always paramount.
Digital Promise Certified:
Our research-based design is recognized for its effectiveness and adherence to best practices.
Our research-based design is recognized for its effectiveness and adherence to best practices.
Ready to See the Difference 5 Minutes Can Make?
Schedule a personalized demo to see how Palo SEL can transform your counseling program and empower you to make a lasting impact on your students' lives.
