Presenter(s)

• Gina Norman
• Tamika La Salle-Finley, Faculty, Georgia State University

Abstract

School climate data can lead to the intentional implementation of schoolwide interventions that target the specific needs of the school community. Further, school climate data should be leveraged in meaningful ways that respond to the experiences of students from minoritized populations and guide equity-focused supports. Despite the evidence that school climate is an important factor in school improvement efforts and student outcomes, data collected within schools on school climate is chronically under utilzed. School psychologists are uniquely positioned to advise leadership teams on efforts that support the advancement of a positive school climate. Through analyzing and summarizing school climate data that is accessible to all stakeholders, implementation of change within a system can effectively and meaningfully take place. The purpose of this poster is to share a) key strategies for analyzing and summarizing school climate data; b) recommendations for what analysis is helpful towards a specific goal; and; c) insight on how to create dynamic data visuals for ongoing integration of school climate data in planning for interventions and supports.