1. Creating a Positive Learning Environment
MELS 601
Ch. 5
Creating a Positive Learning Environment

2. We have to assure these children that while they are with us they are safe and will be treated well. For some that may be all we can do but we must do that. We may not be able to control what goes on in any child’s life before or after school. But here they will not be abused and they will be treated fairly. And they will be protected and they will be respected. And we’re going to help them learn how life can be. Karon Rilling

3. Creating a Positive Learning Climate
Positive Student Control
The School as a Culture
The Development of a Positive Program
Five Premises about the School Environment and Students
It All Starts in the Classroom
Developing Good Rules
Smallness Is Good: Developing Learning Communities
Other Factors Influencing Behavior

4. Creating a Positive Learning Climate
Violence and Disorder
Keeping It a fair Playing Field
Gangs
The School as a Safe Haven

5. Creating a Positive Learning Climate
The Counseling Program
Advisor/Advisee Systems Organizing Counseling Activities
Establishing a Good Advisement Program
The Role of the Guidance Counselor
Student Services
Student Referral System
Principal’s Role in Coordination and Articulation