Building Caring Schools: Implications for Professional School Counselor

Author(s)

Shannon Karl, Nova Southeastern UniversityFollow
Glenn Lambie, University of Central Florida
Jennifer Curry, Louisiana State University

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2007

Publication Title

Journal of School Counseling

Volume

5

Issue/Number

14

First Page

1

ISSN

1554-2998

Last Page

23

Abstract/Excerpt

Professional school counselors (PSCs) can support school personnel in promoting educational climates conducive to optimal student academic and social development. Critical elements in fostering caring schools include encouraging positive relationships; providing leadership for teachers and school personnel; facilitating collaboration between stakeholders; and providing psycho-education. This article introduces the qualities and benefits of a caring school climate, outlines the role of PSCs in supporting caring schools, and offers practical implications and a case illustration of a PSC supporting a positive educational climate.

NSUWorks Citation

Karl, S., Lambie, G., Curry, J. (2007). Building Caring Schools: Implications for Professional School Counselor. Journal of School Counseling, 5(14), 1-23.
Available at: https://nsuworks.nova.edu/cps_facarticles/825