Safety & Well-Being
Create a safe and inclusive environment focusing on the wellbeing of all students and staff.
| Strategic Priority 4: Safety & Well-Being | |
|---|---|
| Importance | |
| Creating a safe environment that prioritizes the wellbeing of all students and staff is essential because it lays the foundation for effective teaching, learning, and collaboration. Prioritizing well-being enhances teacher morale and reduces burnout, leading to more consistent, engaged teaching. For students, a focus on well-being creates a safer, more nurturing environment that promotes academic achievement and emotional growth. A focus on wellbeing also helps reduce stress, improves mental health, and promotes a sense of belonging, which are all critical for long-term success and personal growth. | |
| Action Steps | |
| The “Zombie Crew” consists of teachers who show up at 5 a.m. and the “Afternoon Club” consists of staff members who come into the workout after school is over. Wiggins is able to completely pay for each employee’s health insurance, including x-rays and lab work. Staff members are able to take part in wellness challenges, unlimited wellness coaching, personal health assessments through blood testing, and rewards for meeting specified targets. Over 50 students regularly take part in physical fitness classes offered on Mondays and before and after school. Foster student engagement inside and outside of the classroom Welcome and involve families to strengthen the school-community connection Teach students and staff resiliency, empowering them with a growth mindset Priority #4- Action Plan | |
| Evidence of Impact | |