Consequences of bullying gone unchecked Written in fall 2002, these verbatim excerpts from a 7th grader who was bullied suggest a life of promise, happiness and potential. Jeffrey Scott Johnston ...
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Culture shift
School culture. It’s integral to academic success. But when bullying behaviors are present, they undermine a culture of kindness and acceptance so vital to learning—not to mention a key safety ...
Bullying and academics
The links among academic outcomes and bullying, psychological distress and school violence have been further strengthened by a study released in January 2008.* Researchers at the University of ...
Academics and bullying
“I’m no good.” “I don’t belong in my school.” These disturbing emotions were more likely expressed by students involved in bullying behavior than bystanders according to new research published in ...
Culture change
She’s only been at Florida’s Mariner Middle School for two years, but Guidance Counselor Kathy Saucier has partnered with Principal Richard Hagy to help transform school culture at this ...
Teacher retention
Administrators can improve school culture by enhancing training to help staff better engage students with emotional issues. This, say experts, is important for boosting teacher satisfaction and ...
Spring vigilance
Potential for incidents of school violence from GLENN BERRY, Ed.D., Director, Missouri Center for Safe Schools, UMKC School of Education, Kansas City, Missouri Temperature isn’t the only thing ...
Mindful strides
Boosting academics through behavioral health WHO: Dr. Norman Ridder, Supt. WHERE: Springfield, Missouri School District WHAT: Collaborating with Burrell Behavioral Health to secure grant funding ...
Community alliances
To boost student academics through enhancing emotional health and overall well-being, schools have a host of community resources they can tap into. When Florida Supt. Heather Fiorentino felt ...
Boosting academics
Prevention programs can enhance learning Caruthersville Superintendent Nicholas Thiele wishes he could do more to help at-risk youngsters. So does retired Imperial Principal Neal Penberthy. Both ...