Educating the Whole Child: Improving School Climate to Support Student Success. Research Brief

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California Endowment

Child Development; Holistic Approach; Interpersonal Relationship; Emotional Development; Social Development; Student Needs; Trauma; Learning Processes; Educational Environment; Academic Achievement; Student Behavior; Teaching Methods; Access to Health Care; Access to Education; Social Support Groups; Cultural Relevance; 21st Century Skills; Student Diversity; Accountability; Standards; School Policy; Teacher Competencies; Financial Support; Tutoring; Academic Support Services; Family Involvement; Outreach Programs; Teacher Education; Discipline; Elementary Secondary Education; School Safety

This brief reviews research demonstrating that student learning and development depend on affirming relationships operating within a positive school climate. It describes how such an environment can provide all children with a sense of safety and belonging by creating safe and culturally responsive classroom communities, connecting with families, teaching social-emotional skills, helping students learn to learn, and offering a multi-tiered system of supports. [For the full report, see ED606462.]

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2020

ED606461