Build Your SEL Superpower. Lead The Change.

The Soar with Wings Leadership Program is a 3-track professional development journey for educators and youth-serving leaders ready to master social-emotional learning — for themselves, their teams, and the young people they serve. 

30

 years of direct-service, evidence-based practices, and adult skill-building experience

100+

 organizations that have trusted WINGS to provide professional development

4.8M

students reached through programming, resources, and adult professional development

You Know SEL Matters. But Who's Developing You?

You pour your energy into the children and families you serve every day. But effective SEL starts with the adults in the room. Without strong social-emotional skills at the leadership level, even the best curricula fall short. The Soar with Wings Leadership Program meets you where you are — and takes you where you need to go. 

One Program. Three Tracks. Total Transformation.

Progress through each track to build your skills, develop your team, and ultimately equip young people with skills that will serve them for life.

TRACK 1

SEL Leadership Essentials: Mastering the ​Five Competencies

Build the social-emotional foundation you need to lead effectively and inspire positive change in your organization.

11 Lessons • 7–8 Weeks • Start Sept 2026

TRACK 2

Bringing SEL to Life: Simple Steps for Staff Development

Equip yourself with practical strategies for coaching, feedback, team meetings, and navigating difficult conversations. 

4 Lessons • 4 Weeks • Start Jan 2027

TRACK 3

SEL in Action: Practical Strategies for Youth Development

Build the social-emotional foundation young people need to thrive in school, relationships, and life.  

4 Lessons • 6 Weeks • Start Feb 2027

What's Included

Self-Paced Courses

Practitioner-designed interactive modules you complete on your schedule — only about 30–40 minutes per week. 

Integrated Workbook

Practice exercises, reflection tools, and implementation guides that deepen your learning experience. 

Live, Virtual Collaboration

Weekly 20-minute sessions with fellow leaders plus access to the full recorded session library.

Specialist Coaching

3.5 hours of free live coaching and feedback from Wings for Kids' SEL specialists. 

Digital Resource Library

One-year premium subscription to hundreds of resources for every participant in your organization. 

Professional Certificate

Earn your SEL leadership certificate upon track completion — a credential that demonstrates your expertise. 


"This program gave me the language and the confidence to lead differently. I'm better equipped to control my emotions and give and accept feedback. My team is more connected than ever, and the kids we serve are feeling the difference." 
– Track 1 Pilot Participant, Afterschool Program Site Director 


"I've done a lot of PD over the years. It's challenging to find truly meaningful programs that are both engaging and allow me to hear from others in my field. This is the first program that actually changed how I show up every day — not just with kids, but with my staff and even my own family."  
– Track 2 Cohort Participant, Youth Development Director