Perceptions of School Climate: The Role of Extracurricular Activities

Authors

Crystal Coker, DePaul University
Andrew Martinez, Sacred Heart UniversityFollow
Susan D. McMahon, DePaul University
Jonathan Cohen, Columbia University
Amrit Thapa

Document Type

Book Chapter

Publication Date

2018

Abstract

School climate has been defined as the quality and character of school life and is based on patterns of student, parent and school personnel experiences. School climate reflects norms, goals, values, interpersonal relationships, teaching and learning practices, and organizational structures. While different models of school climate have been proposed, common dimensions include safety, relational, and environmental components. School climate has gained significant attention as a way to promote safer and more supportive schools.

Comments

Book chapter in Pathways to Belonging: Contemporary Perspectives of School Belonging.

ISBN 9789004386570 (paperback); 9789004386594 (hardcover)

Recommended Citation

Cooker, C., Martinez, A., McMahon, S.D., Cohen, J., & Thapa, A. (2018). Perceptions of school climate. In Pathways to Belonging: Contemporary Perspectives of School Belonging (pp. 45-64). Leiden; Boston: Koninklijke Brill NV.