Training Summary: Rethinking School Climate - Conditions for Belonging
This training explored how positive school climate influences student engagement, attendance, and overall well-being by fostering safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments. Participants examined research on school connectedness and belonging, including findings related to chronic absenteeism, and identified key elements of a positive school climate such as relationships, equity, access, and instructional practices.

• Examined the impact of school connectedness, belonging, and caring adult relationships on student success and attendance. 
• Identified characteristics of positive school climate and strategies that promote safety, inclusion, student voice, and academic engagement. 
• Explored how personal beliefs, biases, and assumptions influence interactions with students and overall campus climate.
• Practiced reflective approaches that support emotional safety, relationship-building, and student belonging. 
• Learned Tier 1 daily connection strategies, including greetings, community-building activities, and proactive practices that strengthen student relationships and engagement.