Addressing Nonacademic Barriers
to LearningMelissa Ross
Ohio State University
November 1, 2012
For Some of our Students, Making Connections to School is Difficult
Poor Health
Parents Did Not Do Well in School
Not Connected
Being Bullied
For Some of our Students, Making Connections to School is Difficult
Isolated
Hungry
Abused
Smart & Bored
Nonacademic Barriers to Learning Linked to Academic Achievement
School connectedness
Academic expectations
Parental involvement
Nonacademic Barriers to Learning Linked to Academic Achievement
Mental, behavioral and physical health
Involvement in risky behaviors
Positive School Climate
Decreased absenteeism
Lower rates of student suspension
Positive School Climate
School connectedness & engagement
Academic achievement
Teacher retention
Programs and
Strategies
Non-Academic Barriers
Graduation
“If basic bonds … exist, then children have a better chance of
graduating prepared to succeed.”
Conduct a Needs Assessment
Student, parent, and/or school staff surveys designed to identify nonacademic barriers to learning
Student SurveySchool Connections
Sources of Support
Future Aspirations
Parent Support/Relationships
Stress Management/Self Efficacy
School Climate
Attendance
Perception of School Discipline
Student Survey
Family Involvement Survey
John Carleton 2008
School Staff Survey
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Summarize Findings
School Connectedness Domain
Present Findings
And Conduct Planning
More is NOT Always Better
Enhance Existing And/Or
Identify New Partnerships
That Meet Students’ Needs
Engage Community Partners
Focused Planning forNon-Academic
Barriers to Learning
Questions
For More Information
View Survey Options http://cle.osu.edu/about-cle/ode-race-to-the-top-extending-community-supports/
Melissa Ross, Project Director614-292-0175 or [email protected]
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