We believe in the power of the Whole Child.
Whole children - those who are academically successful with positive mental well-being and social health - achieve higher graduation rates, contribute to the community, and lead happy, productive lives. We believe in the power of the Whole Child.
The Whole Child approach is a systematic blueprint for sustainable change in children, citizens, and communities. Through a comprehensive method for supporting students and teachers, streamlining existing programming, and establishing strong school-community partnerships, we redefine policies, practices, and relationships to ensure a positive, lasting impact on all youth within a community. By making a community-wide shift in how we educate and prepare our children for success in and out of school, Whole Child helps youth realize their full potential.
Dr. Greg Benner, O’Sullivan Professor of Special Education, Implementation Science at The University of Alabama, conceptualized and leads Whole Child transformation programs. After a decade of success in implementing Whole Child in Washington school districts, he is currently focused on developing initiatives to strengthen Alabama schools and communities.
Our Mission:
Sustainable change in schools and communities so every child is whole—healthy, safe, challenged, supported, and engaged.
Whole Child Components:
The Whole Child approach is a systematic blueprint for sustainable change in children, citizens, and communities. Through a comprehensive method for supporting students and teachers, streamlining existing programming, and establishing strong school-community partnerships, we redefine policies, practices, and relationships to ensure a positive, lasting impact on all youth within a community. By making a community-wide shift in how we educate and prepare our children for success in and out of school, Whole Child helps youth realize their full potential.
Dr. Greg Benner, O’Sullivan Professor of Special Education, Implementation Science at The University of Alabama, conceptualized and leads Whole Child transformation programs. After a decade of success in implementing Whole Child in Washington school districts, he is currently focused on developing initiatives to strengthen Alabama schools and communities.
Our Mission:
Sustainable change in schools and communities so every child is whole—healthy, safe, challenged, supported, and engaged.
Whole Child Components:
- Transformative School/Community Change
- Professional Development
- Community & Regional Events
- Research & Evaluation