About the SAILS Program
Grounded in the CASEL Framework, the Self-Advocacy and Interpersonal Life-Skills Support (SAILS) Program at Mitchell College helps students develop skills in environments that enhance their learning and development. The program implements a cohort learning model that focuses on and develops five core competencies:
Self-Awareness
Strengthening the ability to recognize one’s emotions, values, strengths, and areas of challenge
Responsible Decision Making
Relationship Skills
Social Awareness
Self-Management
Program Content
Approximately 3 to 5 hours per week.
Weekly Check-ins*
Check-ins are with the Coordinator and Student Mentors (on alternating weeks). During this time, staff will check in with students to monitor social/emotional well-being, individual progress, social engagements, utilization of campus resources, and setting goals/areas of improvement.
Weekly Hangouts
The cohort will attend a weekly social event together each week. During Year 2 and beyond, students can swap out a cohort event with an event of their choosing.
Social/Outing
The cohort will participate in a SAILS-specific program or outing once a month.
Meals
Students will attend lunch or dinner once a week as a cohort with a member of the SAILS team (Coordinator or Student Mentors).
Workshops
Seven workshops are held per semester* (Year 1), for approximately 1 workshop biweekly covering topics related to the core competencies.
NOTES:
*Number might be adjusted depending on individual student need.
**Number may be adjusted depending on cohort need.
Sample Timeline
Semester 1 |
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WEEK |
THEME |
TOPICS COVERED |
1 | Settling in and Making Connections | Cohort Connections, Expectations, Social Engagement, Time Management |
2–5 | Foundations |
Technology Review: Moodle, Outlook Calendars, Library, etc. Social Engagement, Life Skills Programming (ex. Laundry 101, Microwave Meals, etc.) |
6–8 | Character Development | Self-Awareness, Values, Self-Control, Empathy, and Growth Mindset |
9–10 | Relationship Skills | Healthy Relationships, Interpersonal Skills |
11–13 | Communication | Effective Communication, Conflict Resolution |
14–16 | End of Semester Review and Finals Prep |
Semester Review and Reflections Preparation for Following Semester |
Semester 2 |
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1 | Settling Back In | Refresh of Foundation (Campus Resources, Routines, Managements) |
2–5 | Problem Solving | Making Strong Decisions, Problem-Solving Techniques, Management Skills |
6–8 | Civic Engagement | Community, Advocacy, Service |
8–10 | Health and Wellness | Nutrition, Balance, Movement, Mindfulness |
10–13 | Looking Ahead! | Budgeting and Spending Plan, Career Interests |
14–16 | End of Semester Review and Finals Prep | Semester Review and Reflections, Prep for Following Semester/Summer |
S.A.I.L.S. Program Cost
The S.A.I.L.S. Program is a fee-based program. Cost for the 2023–2024 Academic Year:
$4,175 per semester
$8,350 per year
Note: Tuition, Room and Board are separate. Other fees may apply. For more information, visit mitchell.edu/cost-and-aid.
Program Staffing
The program is staffed by the SAILS Program Coordinator and two Program Mentors (Mitchell students).
Alicia Martinez, Ed.D., M.S.O.L.
Dean, Student Experience & Belonging Chief Student Affairs Officer
Duques Center
860-701-7708
martinez_a@mitchell.edu