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School Culture encompasses the total school environment that students encounter on a daily basis. School culture includes the many interactions that either enhance student learning or diminish the learning experience. Learn how you can foster positive student encounters for each and every student, every day, at all schools across the county.

The tutorials and learning activities were developed to inspire your participation in promoting a positive school environment where every student has the opportunity to grow and develop in a safe learning community. In this category you will find specific topics that address student leadership, bullying, the use of drugs and alcohol, and other related aspects of the school environment.

SCHOOL CULTURE TUTORIALS

Promoting School Safety Through School Leadership: The Four P's http://cte.jhu.edu/courses/ssn/leadership4p

Community Responsibility Tutorial Identify your philosophy for the development of a healthy school climate. Ensure that people, both school based and community based, are involved in the development and implementation of your safety program. Create a program for your school to include communication, implementation, evaluation and debriefing. In this tutorial, develop a comprehensive plan for the safety of your school.

Interacting Positively With Your Child's School

Community Responsibility Tutorial http://cte.jhu.edu/courses/ssn/positiveparent
Learn how to partner with your child's school to provide the most positive, healthy experience available for your child. Specific information and tools will be presented that will be helpful in achieving that goal.

Being a Leader in Your School Community http://cte.jhu.edu/courses/ssn/student_leader

Community Responsibility Tutorial The purpose of this tutorial is to offer tools and information that you can use to become a leader in your school community, respected by both peers and adults. The topics covered in this tutorial include:

  • Taking Personal Responsibility
  • Being a Student Advocate and Responsible Peer
  • Being an Active and Responsible Member of the School Community

SCHOOL CULTURE ACTION INFO

Action Item: Administrators What are the characteristics of a safe school? A Guide to Safe Schools

Action Item: Administrators What difference does it make if I get involved in my child's school? Getting Involved in Your Child's Education

Action Item: Administrators What do I have to offer to my child's school? The Parental Involvement Pledge

Action Item: Administrators Does my child's school really need me? Opportunities: The Canadian School Volunteer Network

Action Item: Administrators How can I protect myself from being bullied? No Bullies - High School

Action Item: Administrators What does my child need from me and the school? What Are the Developmental Needs of School-Age Children?

Action Item: Teachers How can I make a difference within my school and community? TeamTech Learning System Project Builder

Action Item: Administrators What is the definition of bullying? Kentucky Center for School Safety: Bullying…What is Bullying?

Action Item: Administrators How can the school help prevent students from being bullied? Your School can Help

Action Item: Parents What can I do if I am being bullied? Safe Schools Facts Sheet: Bullying Prevention: Recommendations for Kids

Action Item: Students What is Service Learning? What is Service Learning?

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