Raising student aspirations is not one more goal for schools to attain in an already overly long list of objectives. The truth of the matter is that inspiring students to reach their dreams and improving student achievement are mutually reinforcing. When administrators ensure that students in our schools have self-worth, are actively engaged in their learning, and have a sense of purpose, they create environments in which students set goals for themselves, are inspired to work hard to reach those goals, and provide a context in which students can be successful academically.
This workshop is based on 30 decades of research built around student aspirations - the ability to dream and set goals for the future, while being inspired in the present to reach those goals. Attendees will leave with:
- Insight to conditions necessary for students to fulfill their academic, personal and social promise
- A look at four Kentucky school district's experiences
- Practical model to improve schools from within
- Powerful tools for understanding what motivates and inspires students to achieve
- Guide for improving relationships with students and parents
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About the Presenters:
 Dr. Russell Quaglia is the President and Founder of the Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations. He has been described by NBC-TV's Today Show as America’s foremost authority on the development and achievement of student aspirations. Read More
Michael Corso, Director of Field Services/Senior Field Specialist for the
Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations, has been an educator
for over twenty-five years and has taught at every grade level kindergarten through
graduate school. He is deeply committed to the belief that students are the agents of their
own learning. Read More |
About Aspirations Unlimited
Aspirations Unlimited develops, based on QISA research, innovative resources using the most current information about the state of student aspirations in today’s schools. Surveys for staff, students and parents and associated support materials for studnts, teachers, school leaders, parents, school board members and coaches are available for schools that wish to measure and improve the 8 Conditions that affect student and staff aspirations and success in schools.
The Quaglia Institute of Student Aspirations Web site:www.qisa.org |
