1. School Climate “The quality and character of school life – fosters children’s development, learning and achievement. School climate is based on the patterns of people’s experiences of school life; it reflects the norms, goals, values, interpersonal relationships, teaching, learning and leadership practices, and organizational structures that comprise school life.” As defined by the National School Climate Council - 2007

2. School Culture It is not a program, but a way of organizing and running a school. It begins with shared norms, beliefs, values, and goals that results in agreed processes and procedures that produce consistency in practice. A Cohesive School Culture results in consistent and pervasive adult and student understandings and practices related to: – Behavior – Achievement – Climate

3. Positive School Climate Strategic Steps Establish S3 Team Gain input from stakeholders Conduct needs assessment/SWOT Analysis Establish Behavioral Norms

4. Positive School Climate Strategic Steps Build school-wide commitment & capacity to achieve Positive School Climate. Outline & communicate procedures for addressing behavioral issues. Establish a documentation system for inappropriate behavior.

5. Positive School Climate Strategic Steps Select & implement appropriate school-wide positive climate programming Select & implement asset building strategies Select & implement intervention/treatment/referral systems Evaluate all school climate processes