They are effectively relying on their newly acquired skills in conflict resolution, conflict prevention, getting along with others, and building routines. Target behaviors are taught and practices in the classroom. Focus groups are conducted by the school social worker for students having difficulty handling their anger. In the area of school climate, the staff has provided options for free time at lunch recess. These options help to meet the needs of the diverse group of K-5 students.
Parents volunteer to provide supervision for the indoor quiet game room.
William Ford Elementary was selected to be a pilot school for the Michigan Accreditation Program. The total staff participated in a survey of school climate and in the analysis of MEAP scores. The accreditation process has helped teachers at William Ford Elementary to sharpen their abilities to collect and disaggregate data.