Path to Success

WELL BEING

nurturing students’ well-being, helping them thrive both inside and outside the classroom

KLSD prioritizes the holistic well-being of students, recognizing that social, emotional, and physical health are crucial for lifelong growth. By providing supportive resources and fostering a caring environment, we help students develop resilience, self-awareness, and a balanced approach to life.

Aspirations

  • Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): embedding programs and practices that support emotional intelligence, resilience, and interpersonal skills, fostering a strong sense of self and connection with others.

  • Balanced approach to learning: encouraging a balance between academic rigor and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of time management, self-care, and extracurricular engagement.

  • Physical safety: ensuring that students and staff learn and work in secure environments, through measures such as improved building security, clear safety protocols, and ongoing emergency preparedness training.

  • Supportive school culture: cultivating an environment where students feel valued, respected, and connected to their peers, educators, and community.

  • Extracurricular engagement: offering a variety of clubs and activities to support diverse interests and promote personal growth.

  • Healthy lifestyles: promoting physical health and wellness through activities, athletics, and education on nutrition, fitness, and mental health.

  • Community building: hosting events that strengthen school spirit and foster connections among students.

  • Preparation for lifelong learning: equipping students with the skills and mindset to pursue continuous learning, adapt to new challenges, and lead fulfilling lives.

Empowerment Actions

  • Implement New York Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards to ensure all students can navigate digital resources and social media.

  • Pilot partnership with Northwell Health mental wellness initiative.

  • Implement recommendations from KLSD Community Safety Strengths and Opportunities Report.

Evidence of Empowerment

  • Evidence of professional development sessions focused on digital fluency

  • Report services provided by Northwell Health z Share Community Safety Report