FHS 213 Lecture Notes - Lecture 13: Effective Schools, Classroom Management, School Violence

• School: University of Oregon
• Department: Counseling Psychology and Human Services
• Course: FHS 213
• Professor: Steve Livingston

Document Summary

Over 1 million students drop out of high school each year. Us ranks 17th in education amongst developed nations. Students raised in poverty are 13 times less likely to graduate on time. School staff can make decisions about programs without needing the school board"s approval. Recognizing academic achievements as a schoolwide basis. Students at effective schools have a sense of community and belongingness. Student discipline is fair, clear and consistent. Teachers, counselors and admin are invested in helping every student succeed. Schools find ways to help all families connect. Some schools do better than others based on more social capitol. Network of relationships that surround a student and are important for their development. Values free education (ostrich approach) vs transformative education (social justice thinking) Education is neutral and reinforced by the status-quo. Privileges of dominant groups aren"t talked about. Education is part of the political-social process. Belief that all students can reach their full potential.