“Relationship-centered schools combine social-emotional learning with academics, help all students reach their full potential, offer the capacity and working conditions necessary for staff to develop meaningful relationships with students, address trauma, build resilience, confront bias, and distribute leadership among students, parents, and staff.” Use these 3 steps: Value student voice. Invest in staff. Create space …
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Aug 30
Promising Practices Brief:Improving Student Engagement and Attendance During COVID-19 School Closures
“The brief provides a resource to
states and districts on promising practices in measuring
and improving attendance and engagement during
extended school closures.”
Aug 03
Planning for the Next Normal at School: Keeping students, staff, and families safe and healthy
Here’s a guiding playbook with practical suggestions like taking time for check ins to build community and trauma informed practices like restorative practice.
Apr 01
With the COVID-19 pandemic, focus on student well being by putting compassion ahead of content
“As schools across the country remain closed, students with trauma, difficult home situations, and anxiety need support now more than ever.”