Description
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
Real-World Application
After taking this course, learners can implement strategies that strengthen student belonging, engagement, and connection to school, helping improve attendance, academic performance, and overall student well-being.
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
Continuing Education
- Earn a certificate upon completion and submit it to your employer for continuing education credit.
- Pennsylvania educators earn Act 48 credits by completing this course.
- The PLP team is currently exploring additional opportunities to expand continuing education credit eligibility within Pennsylvania and to other states in the future.
What Learners are Saying
Learners most appreciated the course’s engaging and user-friendly design, especially the videos, practical examples, and knowledge checks. They also valued the modular format, easy navigation, and access to additional resources and strategies they could apply in their schools right away.
