Safe and Supportive Schools

Every Child Learning: Safe and Supportive Schools (2001)

This report synthesizes the literature, identifies four research-based elements essential to safe and supportive schools, and makes recommendations on how schools and districts can build safe and supportive learning communities.

New LFA Blog Launches on Education Week

LFA's Education Week blog, Transforming Learning, will explore how to transform public education to support student achievement for lifelong success in the global community.

Just Released: Ready, Set, Respect!

Elementary school principals and teachers often lack resources to effectively combat instances of bullying that disrupt the learning environment. A recent report provides resources to help educators maintain a supportive atmosphere.

The Importance of the Arts in Education

Rob Monson, President of NAESP and elementary school principal, joins Elise Ruiz-Ramon from Madcap Logic on The Balancing Act to talk about how the arts can help students think intuitively, develop creativity, and improve academically...

Building a Strong PreK-3 Continuum

Stories in the new AFT report Right from the Start exemplify the strategies necessary for a strong transition from PreK through 3rd grade. The challenge now is to scale up these initiatives so that every child has a strong foundation for...

Zone Offense Helps District Fight Challenges of Poverty

An "Opportunity Zone," in the Vancouver Public Schools District ensured a strategic focus on family and community engagement, high quality instruction and flexible learning environments. Outcomes indicate students are reaping the results.

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A VISION FOR GREAT SCHOOLS

On this website, educators, parents and policymakers from coast to coast are sharing what's already working in public schools--and sparking a national conversation about how to make it work for children in every school. Join the conversation!

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