1. DCPS Administrators’ Retreat July 23, 2015

2.  Promoting belonging and bonding between your students and school  Positive association Increased academic ownership, persistence in rigorous coursework, task/goal orientation Stronger self- concept Reduced rates of risky behavior Appalachia Regional Educational Laboratory Source: Reschly, Appleton, Pohl, 2014

3.  Seattle Social Development Project  Comprehensive intervention for elementary students promotes positive social development, improved relationships between families and schools  Goal: prevent adolescent behavior and health issues

4.  3 Components of the Project  Classroom management & instruction  Curriculum based on cognitive, behavioral methods to promote self-control, social competence  Parent workshops

5.  Study showed early (beginning in 1 st grade) and ongoing (at least 6 years) intervention produced positive results at age 18  Increase in school bonding, achievement  Reductions in grade retention, misbehavior, violence, sexual activity Hawkins et al, 2007

6.  Emphasize the importance of adult-student connections during the school day  Ensure availability of additional adult support for students demonstrating need  Implement/evaluate school programs that facilitate frequent positive contact between staff and students

7.  Systematically build relationships, connections for all students  Mentoring (internal & external)  Peer-assisted learning  Extra-curricular activities  Advisory programs  Address school size via Smaller Learning Communities Appalachia Regional Educational Laboratory Source: Reschly, Appleton & Pohl, 2014

8.  Learning partner discussion, note taking: 1. What strategies are you currently using to promote affective engagement? How well are they working? 2. What revisions do you need to make to your current practice? 3. What new practices might you consider for 2015- 16?

9.  Find two more learning partners and share your ideas  Make additional notes on the graphic organizer provided

10.  What is the essential information from this session that needs to be shared with your school leadership team?  Capture your thoughts on the coral graphic organizer provided