By Laura Gallant, 10/26/23, https://positiveexperience.org/blog/
The HOPE National Resource Center is excited to share a great example of promoting the relationship building block of HOPE from North Clackamas School District (NCSD) based in Milwaukie, Oregon. Under the guidance of superintendent, Dr. Shay James, NCSD recently released a new strategic plan with guiding core values. Each school in the district has been tasked with living these values of equity, relationships, integrity, empowerment, and care in real and tangible ways that are much aligned with the Four Building Blocks of HOPE.
Schools across NCSD recently sent out emails highlighting the importance of relationships in school, not just with peers but with teachers and staff as well. This is a foundational practice for the relationship building block. Having relationships where students can feel safe and supported helps them grow into healthy and resilient adults. When youth can be the version of themselves that feels most authentic in their relationships, without fear of rejection, they can more easily interact with the other Building Blocks of HOPE. Schools and other communities can help youth feel comfortable in their environment, confident to pursue their unique interests, and provide spaces for them to develop self-love and self-worth.
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