Check out this article highlighting our success using the Whole Child approach from WOOF featuring our CEO, Sabrina Pence! ???? #FirstLine
Elevating Student Engagement Through Belonging: Lessons from FirstLine Schools At FirstLine Schools in New Orleans, student engagement isn’t just about academics — it’s about creating an environment where students feel heard, valued, and connected. That’s why FirstLine piloted WOOF last year, using real-time, anonymous check-ins to strengthen wellbeing and classroom culture. The results have been compelling. ? Why WOOF? ? Real-time insights for teachers: WOOF helps educators quickly identify and address barriers to engagement — whether academic, emotional, or environmental. ? Low lift, high impact: Teachers appreciate how seamlessly WOOF fits into the school day, offering quick check-ins and dynamic activities that meet classroom needs. ? Stronger school belonging: By embedding SEL directly into the academic program, FirstLine cultivates an environment where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. Sabrina Pence, FirstLine’s CEO, recently reflected on this journey in her excellent CharterFolk piece about how a Whole Child approach to learning has lead to measurable gains. Her insights underscore how innovative strategies can bridge learning gaps and foster student belonging — a powerful combination that’s driving lasting change at FirstLine. ?? As we continue to learn from FirstLine’s leadership, we’re excited to see how WOOF can help more schools cultivate environments where both students and teachers thrive. https://lnkd.in/ejtBd6Gm