National School Climate Center School Climate Leadership Certification

School Climate 101: Foundations Program Overview (Fall 2024) COURSE REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED

The School Climate Leadership Certification (SCLC) program equips educational leaders with the knowledge base and competencies necessary to create and sustain a positive school climate. It emphasizes the importance of collaborative leadership in school climate improvement and builds capacity for developing a shared vision and effectively utilizing data and action plans to foster equitable, safe, supportive, and healthy climates. Our research-driven approach ensures that you receive high-quality, evidence-based training.

Steps to Starting School Climate 101: Foundations

  • Step 1: Pay on This Platform

    Click "Register Here" below. Complete your deposit or full payment on the secure platform. If your school/organization requires a PO/invoice email us at [email protected]

  • Step 2: Answer Registration Questions

    After payment, fill out the registration form with your personal information. Answer any specific questions related to the course. Review and submit the form.

  • Step 3: Preview and Be Ready for Class

    Check your email for a confirmation message with course details. Meet your instructors through provided bios and introductory videos. Access course materials and get ready for your first class!

Weekly Live Class Sessions with Skills Lab

  • Engage in dynamic, interactive live classes led by experienced facilitators and subject matter experts.

  • Participate in skills labs designed to provide you with tangible, actionable information you can immediately apply in your school.

  • Benefit from discussions, case studies, and Q&A sessions tailored to your interests and needs

Interactive and Supportive Cohort Experience

  • Join a collaborative cohort of like-minded educators and administrators, fostering a supportive learning community

  • Engage with peers, share insights, and build meaningful connections throughout the program.

  • Receive ongoing support and guidance from facilitators and fellow participants.

Course led by School Climate Experts with Optional Coaching for Additional Support

  • The Fall, 2024 session of SCLC is led by NSCC Co-Executive Director Christian Villenas, PhD & NSCC Coach and Founder of Just Educators, Kori Hamilton Biagas.

  • Enhance your learning experience with additional personalized coaching sessions from an experienced school climate coach.

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Master School Climate Leadership with Expert Guidance

Enhance Your Impact with Interactive Learning and Optional Coaching

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Delve into the five key domains of school climate through interactive lectures and asynchronous content, preparing you to understand and apply crucial principles.

  • Interactive Live Sessions: Engage in dynamic live sessions where you discuss real-world case studies, participate in group activities, and receive personalized feedback from expert instructors.

  • Practical Strategies for Impact: Acquire practical skills to lead effective school climate initiatives, empowering you to create a supportive and inclusive environment for students, staff, and families, fostering a positive educational experience.

  • Optional Coaching: Enhance your learning with optional one-on-one coaching sessions, tailored to your specific goals and challenges, providing additional support and guidance throughout the certification journey.

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Instructor(s)

Kori Hamilton Biagas

Course Instructor/Director, Education Prorgams

Kori Hamilton Biagas, M.Ed. is an educator, connector, truth seeker, master facilitator, and the founder of Just Educators. Kori has nearly 20 years of experience in strategic planning, policy analysis and development, instruction, coaching, and technical assistance. As an Equity Specialist for the Region IV and Region IX equity assistance centers, Kori managed large-scale, racial equity driven school district transformation efforts, led district and state leaders through policy analysis, coached state leaders through school climate transformation initiatives, and provided equity-focused professional learning opportunities at all levels of education. Kori specializes in addressing and resolving inequitable policies, practices, and processes in organizations related to racial equity and social justice.

Christian Villenas, PhD

Course Instructor/Co-Executive Director

Christian Villenas is the Co Executive Director and head of Research, Evaluation, and Measurement at the National School Climate Center (NSCC), where he co-leads the vision and operations of NSCC focusing primarily on research and programmatic initiatives. Christian has spent the last 25 years conducting program evaluation, policy, and statistical analysis on projects related to education at organizations such as GLSEN, American Institutes for Research (AIR), and Advocates for Children of New York. His research has focused on social disparities in education, education policy, school climate, disability studies, LGBTQ students, the diffusion of new educational practices in schools, and college access. He has also taught courses in the sociology of disability, sociology of education, sociology of sports, and statistics. Christian holds a B.S. from New York University, an M.S. in Urban Policy Analysis and Management from the New School, and a Ph.D. in sociology from The Johns Hopkins University.