MISSION: to improve student outcomes by sharing Northern Kentucky educators implementing best practices in classrooms, schools, and districts!
Teacher - Student Relationships
This month, we are highlighting the practice of and benefits to building strong teacher-student relationships. Positive teacher-student relationships are correlated with strengthening academic achievement, reducing absenteeism, and promoting engagement and motivation.
Building Relationships through Morning Meetings
"Mrs. Reynolds explains that not only is her class morning meeting a time for students to connect with classmates who they may not know as well, but it provides a sense of calm that her students need to prepare for the rest of the school day."
Check out this 2 minute read to hear how we've observed Mrs. Trina Reynolds from Williamstown Independent Schools successfully implementing morning meetings in her 3rd grade classroom.
Relationships Before Content: Why Building Relationships Matter
Ms. Danielle Dierig, English teacher at Cooper High School in Boone County, shares how the relationships she develops with her students are her WHY.
NoLimitsEDU Podcast: Teacher Student Relationships: From the Students' Perspective
Northern Kentucky Learning Acceleration Specialist, Amelia Powers, asks Northern Kentucky students what makes them feel connected to their teachers.
Build Relationships with a New Student Club!
Video: Listen to Mr. Jeremy Filson from Summit View Academy in Kenton County, share his experiences instituting a new student club for 8th graders at his school. Or you can read about how he did this here!
Cross Cultural Teacher - Student Relationships
We love how our Northern Kentucky Mandarin teachers intentionally build relationships with students!
NoLimitsEDU Podcast: Relationships and Prevention
Mr. Keith Kline-- Mental Health and first aid coordinator NKY and SW Ohio shares his thoughts on the connection between relationships and prevention.