The identification, implementation, assessment and evaluation of the unique culture of a school is developed along with an emphasis on faculty, parent, and student collegiality and teamwork through the use of traditions, celebrations, ceremonies and other similar activities. An environment of high expectations of self, student and staff performance is cultivated. The importance of a caring school community is studied. Provision is made for the development of guidelines, techniques, and practices which facilitate positive relationships between the school, the parents and the community. The role and function of various support staff and services which impact students and their parents are studied.
Emphasis is placed on the non-academic services which are provided in the schools.
Consideration is given to the influence of these services on other school personnel and parents. The role of intervention assistant teams is discussed. Confidentiality and privacy of school records are studied. Utilizing community resources to assist students in need is a focus of this course along with collaboration and communication with families. Change as a process is examined.