Research Conversations: Whole Person Systems, New Results
Author: Leader in Me
November 8, 2024
Summary
Coherent and aligned whole-person systems are needed to develop the emotional, cognitive, physiological, and social skills to support well-being.
Key Point 1
A lack of whole-person systems results in low educator and student well-being, poor student attendance, and high attrition among educators and leaders.
Key Point 2
Whole-person systems result in strong relationships, supportive learning environments, a sense of belonging, and everyone feeling valued, respected, and successful.
Action Step
Distributing leadership and creating time for authentic relationship building among students, between students and educators, and among educators and leaders increases well-being, attendance, and educator retention. Leaders can reference “An Alignment and Coherence Guide for State Education Agencies” by WestEd to focus on systems that support the development of the whole person.
