Best Practices Series — On-Site Workshop Topics

School Culture and Climate
Engaging the Heads and Hearts of the School Community

Creating the ideal structures and conditions for learning and high performance for ALL is no small feat! This research-based workshop will help you examine the complex issues of culture and climate and the specific steps that can be taken within a school community to improve these two critical variables in the life of a school. The expert facilitators will give you the knowledge and skills you need to effectively assess your school’s or district’s culture and climate and then plan for and nurture their improvement. Topics include:

• Understanding healthy culture and positive climate and characteristics of each
• Examining the role of mission, vision, values, and goals
• Exploring how stories, traditions, rituals and symbols contribute to a school’s culture
• Identifying the necessary leadership actions to create and sustain a healthy school culture and climate
• Outlining specific strategies for enhancing the quality of a school’s or district’s culture and climate

This workshop is certain to not only enlighten you but to motivate you to take serious action in strengthening the “head and heart” of your school!