Western Alliance for the Study of School Climate

WASSC

California State University, Los Angeles

Path to a Healthy Climate

Elements of a Healthy Climate

	*Why make the effort to improve your school's climate?* • Higher student achievement • Higher morale among students and teachers • Facilitates more reflective practice • Reduced student drop out • Reduced Violence • Better relations with community • Increased institutional pride
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»	Assessment of the current climate

»	Forming a team to lead the staff-driven, democratic inquiry

»	Developing a school-wide vision

»	Enlisting support and resources to assist school in achieving their vision

»	Creating a process for renewal


		The Western Alliance for the Study of School Climate (WASSC) exists to help schools improve the quality of their climate. In addition to on-going research to understand what creates healthy schools, we provide ideas, resources, and services to schools seeking to examine and improve their effectiveness.


		An excellent school is the heart of a valuable education. At the heart of an excellent school is a healthy school climate defined by: • Effective Teaching • Quality Leadership • Motivated Staff and Students • A Sense of Community

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