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Addressing Nonacademic Barriers to Learning Melissa Ross Ohio State University November 1, 2012. For Some of our Students, Making Connections to School is Difficult. Parents Did Not Do Well in School. Being Bullied. Not Connected. Poor Health.
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Addressing Nonacademic Barriers to Learning Melissa Ross Ohio State University November 1, 2012
For Some of our Students, Making Connections to School is Difficult Parents Did Not Do Well in School Being Bullied Not Connected Poor Health
For Some of our Students, Making Connections to School is Difficult Hungry Smart & Bored Abused Isolated
Nonacademic Barriers to Learning Linked to Academic Achievement School connectedness Academic expectations Parental involvement
Nonacademic Barriers to Learning Linked to Academic Achievement Mental, behavioral and physical health Involvement in risky behaviors
Positive School Climate Decreased absenteeism Lower rates of student suspension
Positive School Climate School connectedness & engagement Academic achievement Teacher retention
“If basic bonds … exist, then children have a better chance of graduating prepared to succeed.”
Conduct a Needs Assessment Student, parent, and/or school staff surveys designed to identify nonacademic barriers to learning
Student Survey School Connections Sources of Support Future Aspirations Parent Support/Relationships
Student Survey Stress Management/Self Efficacy School Climate Attendance Perception of School Discipline
Family Involvement Survey John Carleton 2008
School Staff Survey alicanto
Present Findings And Conduct Planning
Engage Community Partners Enhance Existing And/Or Identify New Partnerships That Meet Students’ Needs
For More Information View Survey Options http://cle.osu.edu/about-cle/ode-race-to-the-top-extending-community-supports/ Melissa Ross, Project Director 614-292-0175 or ross.565@osu.edu