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Sheldon Berman Builds a Network of Caring School CommunitiesThe former superintendent of the Jefferson County Public Schools describes why implementing positive school culture is the first step to far-reaching, districtwide achievement. More to this story.
The former superintendent of the Jefferson County Public Schools describes why implementing positive school culture is the first step to far-reaching, districtwide achievement. More to this story.
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Release Date: 12/18/2009
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- Ken Ellis
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- Karen Sutherland
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- Amy Erin Borovoy
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- Doug Keely
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- The George Lucas Educational Foundation
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Caring School Community by Developmental Studies Center (DSC)
Dr. Berman is correct. Once you have been involved in SEL, it changes the way you teach. Holding back and letting the students engage and discuss during a class meeting allows students to come to their own conclusions and actually allows you to move through your day with less disruptions.
http://www.devstu.org/caring-school-community