Sentences with phrase «for whole child»

I take great pride and I trust the administration to do their best for the whole child.

Given that policymakers have been so blind to those needs, for so long, they should reserve seats at the education policy table for senior - level leaders who will advocate for the whole child, speaking up forcefully on behalf of SECD.

Each of the two sessions, «Social Emotional Learning: From Policy to Practice» and «Accountability for the Whole Child,» drew heavily upon recently published reports, which readers can easily access if they are interested in learning more.

The respect and care for the whole child, the whole adult and the whole family is closely linked with bringing a literacy focus to the office.

In his session, Griffith explained the myriad of ways in which districts, consortia, and states are tackling the challenge of enacting accountability for whole child development, employing measures such as self - report surveys, graduation rates, course offerings, parental and community involvement, and performance assessments.

Together, the Second Step Early Learning program and Early Learning Child Protection Unit create a positive and safe learning environment for the whole child.

Leaders and Learners Education consultants providing professional development, program development, and coaching for the whole child, whole adolescent, whole teacher, whole administrator, and whole school.

While I felt inspired by the possibilities of a parent - participation elementary school, by the end of the school year, I was struck by the marked difference between my preschool teaching experience — that genuinely accounted for whole child wellness and family partnership — and this experience with elementary education.

Although I would recommend plenty of general play in those situations as play is essential for whole child development!

We believe that blending interactive technology and personal interactions with others offers the most promise for using technology as a tool for whole child development in the digital age.

Our school's mission is to provide a broad, balanced and relevant education which caters for the whole child in a secure and caring Christian environment.

These hostile words from the blogosphere echo as I begin to write about why ASCD embraces a campaign called «education for the whole child.»

A topic that speaks to many educators» hearts because they see it as the reason they entered the profession, education for the whole child can be misunderstood by school critics as anti-accountability, anti-testing, and even, it seems, anti-reading.

What we need instead is a whole dashboard of indicators that monitor better measures of success for the whole child — a critical, creative mind, a healthy body and an ethical character.

Leaders and Learners Education consultants providing professional development, program development, and coaching for the whole child, whole adolescent, whole teacher, whole administrator, and whole school.

Martin Blank and Amy Berg, All Together Now: Sharing Responsibility for the Whole Child (Arlington, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2006).

From planning school schedules to include ample time for play and exercise, to providing students with sensory experiences that facilitate learning, we ensure that our program cares for the whole child.

If Illinois approves the resolution, it would become the second state to officially declare support for a whole child approach to education.

The deadline for schools to apply to be considered for the Whole Child Network is April 30, 2012.

Under the opportunity and access indicator, staff recommended schools earn credit for whole child support based on providing:

Our goal is to help these families realize the «American Dream,» offering academic and spiritual education for the whole child around the two pillars of faith formation and educational excellence.

During his tenure, Dr. Carter led ASCD's international expansion, advocating for the whole child and healthy school communities on a worldwide level.

That means providing resources and support for the whole child — like good nutrition and health care — not just investing in high - quality teaching.

Here are three important ways in which educators can use school climate data to support education for the whole child.

``... developing a love of learning for the whole child... to foster intellectual curiosity through innovation and creativity... build 21st century skills by implementing text using the arts, igniting every child's critical thinking and problem solving skills.

«I will hold more discussions with non-arts classroom teachers to work together in creating experiences for the whole child, rather than individual parts.»

Sign the petition and then take the next step by recruiting your friends, colleagues, and community members to stand up for whole child education.

This annual award recognizes schools that have moved beyond a narrow focus on academic achievement to take action for the whole child, creating learners who are knowledgeable, emotionally and physically healthy, civically active, artistically engaged, prepared for economic self - sufficiency, and ready for the world beyond formal schooling.

All Emerging Leaders are enrolled in the program for two years and will help to advance ASCD's positions and values; participate in shaping education policy and advocating for the whole child; and explore multiple ASCD leadership pathways.

Situated in a beautiful, refurbished brick school, East Kelowna Montessori opened in 1992 to offer the Okanagan Valley education for the whole child, empowering children to be active in their own learning, in creating a community within the school and in working toward peace in the world.

Click here to register for the Whole Child, Whole Person Summit.

All emerging leaders are enrolled in the program for two years and help to shape education policy, advocate for the whole child, and explore multiple ASCD leadership pathways.

The official hashtag for the Whole Child Virtual Conference is #WCVC12.

ASCD's 2012 Legislative Agenda, which outlines the association's public policy priorities for the year, calls for whole child — based education reforms.

Find out more at the Whole Child Resource Clearinghouse that can help you make the case for the whole child.

Burgess Elementary School was selected for the Whole Child award in the tenet of Engaged.

Those policies need to be based upon equity, solid pedagogy, respect for the whole child and the need of society to improve its democracy and educate a generation that can address the awful problems our generation is leaving them.

This parish school holds an educational philosophy based on care for the whole child — mind, body and spirit.

Why is now the time to advocate for the whole child?

Both campuses offer an innovative educational program of excellence for the whole child in a multicultural environment that prepares the child for lifelong learning in a rapidly changing society.

Woodlands School offers an innovative educational program of excellence for the whole child in a multi-cultural environment that prepares the child for lifelong learning in a rapidly changing world.

«Adequately funded, student - centered public schools will provide, in a safe and supportive environment, a comprehensive education for the whole child and will prepare all of America's children for a lifetime of learning in a diverse, democratic society and an interdependent global economy.»

Schools can use ASCD's School Improvement Tool to assess for the whole child and set goals for improvement.

Our goal is to care for your whole child, and understand how to best meet the needs of your whole family.

She also served on the Board of Directors for the Whole Child and the Pasadena Educational Foundation.

Byrne Creek Secondary School was the 2012 winner of the ASCD Whole Child Award that recognizes schools that move beyond a narrow focus on academic achievement to take action for the whole child.

In essence, we bring our passion to learning and caring for the whole child (something we happen to do especially well).

We encourage our parents and families, staff, faculty, grandparents, alumni, alumni parents and other supporters in our community to consider making a meaningful gift so that we can continue providing the best curriculum, materials, and training to ensure an incredible Waldorf Education and experience for the whole child.

It is one example of Nemours» commitment to healthy growth for the whole child and for children everywhere.

The on - call doctor for Whole Child Wellness may be reached after - hours for urgent matters regarding your child through our answering service.