Playworks : Supporting Positive School Climate in Low-Income Elementary Schools
@inproceedings{2011PlayworksS, title={Playworks : Supporting Positive School Climate in Low-Income Elementary Schools}, author={}, year={2011} }
Research has shown that a positive school climate improves social, emotional, and academic outcomes for youth and is influenced by: (1) school structure, policies, and leadership; (2) teaching and learning environments; (3) physical and emotional safety; and (4) positive relationships. Results from the Study of Playworks in Eight Bay Area Schools show that with successful program implementation, Playworks can support an improved school climate. Playworks promoted an organized and structured…
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