Fostering+Positive+Relationships



Research has shown that the teacher-student relationship is an integral part of school culture and climate. Motivation, trust, self-esteem, and mentoring are all aspects of a recent course we created in our middle school. Our goal was to provide opportunities for growth and improvement via the creation of relationships between students and their teacher.

One of the most challenging tasks of a school leader is to create a culture that recognizes differences, respects them, and blends them into an effective educational melting pot. Schools can function as microcosms of our community only when all diverse backgrounds are present.

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The link above is just an introductory video to spark your interest and enthusiasm around student success. Teachers and administrators have the opportunity and privilege to inspire and mold today's youth. How will you reach your students? Will you meet them where they start?

Another example of how leadership can be implemented in schools...

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A look inside one school implementing their own individual approach to advisory...

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There is not ONE correct approach to running and advisory program in your school. Fostering positive relationships can come in many different shapes and sizes. The program must be tailored to fit the school's diversie population, climate, and culture.




 * Additional Resources**

Galassi, J.P., Gulledge, S.A., & Cox, N.D. (1998). //Advisory: Definitions, Description, Decisions, Directions.// Westerville, Ohio: The National Middle School Association.

George, P.S., & Lounsbury, J.H. (2000). //Making Big Schools Feel Small: Multiage Grouping, Looping, and Schools-Within-a-School.// Westerville, Ohio: The National Middle School Association. h[|ttp://www.middleweb.com/mw/resources/10Qs_Advisory.doc] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] []