Rational Talent Search- Grade 6-7

Do you want your children to be successful AND stay successful, be happier and resilient, have better relationships with others, act responsibly, manage themselves better and be accountable? Sadly there isn't sufficient emphasis on these skills, called as Social-Emotional-Rational-Cognitive skills as much as there is an emphasis on learning factual knowledge in various subjects.

One study found that social and emotional skills in childhood were more predictive of success in the workforce than intelligence, with the most important skills being self-control, conscientiousness, and the ability to adapt to new situations. Other research has shown that students with strong social and emotional skills have better academic outcomes, including higher grades and test scores, and are more likely to graduate from high school and go on to college.

In addition to academic success, social and emotional skills are also important for physical and mental health. Children with strong social and emotional skills…