Our Story
Zymbolic SEL was founded in the Bay Area by two first-generation educators who saw firsthand how Social Emotional Learning could transform classrooms and communities. It started as a single Restorative Justice and violence-prevention program in an Oakland military school — then grew, through collaboration with classroom teachers and special educators, into a partnership with schools and organizations across Northern California.
Today, we work with educators, students, and families to build the skills that matter most — self-awareness, empathy, and the courage to show up for one another.
Zymbolic Is a Vibe
Zymbolic is our adjective to describe a deep sense of connection which arises naturally when people use 4 fundamental communication skills: self expression, curiosity, deep listening and making each other feel heard.
We create fun and exciting opportunities for students to practice these skills through a unique blend of SEL, Restorative Justice, play based learning and STEM. They learn to vibe with each other and build healthy relationships that can move through conflict and into collaboration.
A zymbolic interaction is always a meaningful one.
Give our students the blueprint to activate their full potential and redesign the world.
For every student in every community to develop a growth mindset and feel deeply connected to their web of relationships.
We’re committed to honoring and acknowledging the unique needs of each educational community.
“Zymbolic LLC, established and directed by two incredibly dynamic social enterprise professionals, Myles Asuelo and José Cruz Jauregui, provides support, guidance and a dedicated pathway for true personal development.”Lori Perenon Educator for Over 20 Years