The National School Climate Standards: Benchmarks to Promote Effective Teaching, Learning and Comprehensive School Improvement

This paper outlines recommended school climate standards developed by the Center for Social and Emotional Education, the National School Climate Council, and local education and community leaders. The standards present a vision and framework for creating a positive and sustainable school climate. They complement national standards for content, leadership, and professional development as well as the Parent Teacher Association's National Standards for Family School Partnerships Standards.