Engage, Empower, Connect: The Educator's Guide to School Connectedness
This course introduces the concept of School Connectedness and its powerful influence on school climate, student well-being, and academic success. Learners will explore how fostering a sense of belonging and connection within schools can lead to improved health and learning outcomes. The course offers practical strategies, examples, and resources to help educators strengthen school connectedness in both classroom and schoolwide settings.
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Define school connectedness and positive school climate.
- Learn how student academic and health outcomes are related to school connectedness.
- Implement classroom strategies to support school connectedness.
Developers
Colorado State University Prevention Research Center
Katelyn B. Dame, M.S. – Implementation Specialist
C. Ridge Trump-Wood, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Anne Williford, Ph.D. – Associate Professor, Healthy School Division Director
Nicole Mingola, M.S. – Implementation Specialist
eCourse Credentialing
Act 48 and Social Work CEUs [PA only] We currently offer continuing education credit for participants in Pennsylvania and are exploring opportunities to expand eligibility to additional states in the future. Penn State is a Pennsylvania Department of Education non-credit Act 48 approved provider. Upon successful completion, participants can earn 1 hour toward fulfilling their Act 48 requirements by participating in this course and completing all activities. Be sure to complete the evaluation at the end of this course and indicate if you seek Act 48 credits in your learner profile. Penn State is proud to partner with the National Association of Social Work, Pennsylvania Chapter to offer Continuing Education Credits. Upon successful completion, participants can apply for 1.0 hour of credit. Be sure to complete the course evaluation at the end of this course and indicate if you seek Social Work CEUs in your learner profile. Upon course completion, you will receive an email with instructions on how to apply and receive credit.
eCourse Length: 31-60 Minutes
eCourse Level: Introductory
eCourse Type: Full eCourse
