❥7040.16, FY27 CODE, Sharpe, Building Positive School Climate Through Relationships

This professional learning session focuses on the critical role relationships play in creating a positive and supportive school climate.  Participants will explore strategies for strengthening student-to-student interactions, teacher-to-student support, and family and staff engagement.  Through research-based practices, collaborative discussions, reflection activities, and action planning, educators will gain practical tools to foster a culture of belonging, improve communication, increase engagement, and support student success.  Designed with Georgia schools in mind, this session connects relationship-building practices to school climate, attendance, behavior, and overall school improvement efforts.