Cluster 2

A Safe, Respectful, Supportive, and Challenging Learning Environment

To what extent do the interactions between teacher and students, and among students, demonstrate genuine caring and a safe, respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environment? Is the environment safe for risk taking? Do teachers convey high expectations for student learning and encourage hard work and perseverance? Do students take pride in their work and commit to mastering challenging content?

Components of Focus: 2a, 2b