Standard II – Teachers establish a respectful environment for a diverse population of students.

a.       Teachers provide an environment in which each child has a positive nurturing relationship with caring adults.

b.      Teachers embrace diversity in the school community and in the world.

c.       Teachers treat students as individuals.

d.      Teachers adapt their teaching for the benefit of students with special needs.

e.       Teachers work collaboratively with the families and significant adults in the lives of their students.