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Fostering a sense of belonging in schools creates a positive effect, boosting student success, teacher morale, and overall well being. Using this research based guide, educators can address challenging (but rewarding) social emotional dynamics to help their school or district thrive. Packed with proven, practical strategies and actionable steps, this book sets the foundation for an inclusive, positive, and restorative school community.K–12 teachers, coaches, and administrators will:Learn the impact a feeling of belonging has on teachers and students Promote a culture of positivity with supportive daily practices Recognize and address bias to foster an inclusive school environment Set the foundation for a welcoming school with practical strategies and action steps Understand the elements of the BUILD acronym—boundaries, understanding, integrity, listening, and dependability Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: The Foundation—Building a Culture of Belonging Chapter 2: A Positive School Environment—Fostering Generosity, Kindness, and Empathy Chapter 3: Bias Exploration—Dismantling Implicit Bias in Schools Chapter 4: Restorative Justice—Repairing Harm and Building Relationships Epilogue References and Resources Index