SLQ School Culture and Climate

Question 1

Which of the following best defines 'school culture'?

Accepted Answer

The shared values, beliefs, and norms that shape behavior in a school community

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The physical appearance of the school building

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The demographic composition of the student body

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The number of extracurricular activities offered

Question 2

A school leader wants to shift from a punitive discipline culture to a restorative one. Which practice most directly supports this goal?

Accepted Answer

Implementing restorative circles and conferences to repair harm and rebuild relationships

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Increasing the number of suspensions for minor infractions

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Eliminating all student consequences

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Hiring additional security staff

Question 3

Which term describes the degree to which students feel safe, respected, and connected to their school community?

Accepted Answer

School climate

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Organizational culture

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Community engagement

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Academic achievement

Question 4

A school has high staff turnover. Which root cause should a leader investigate first?

Accepted Answer

School climate and working conditions, including leadership, collaboration, and support

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Teacher salary levels only

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Geographic location of the school

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The school's test score ranking

Question 5

Which framework for positive behavior support focuses on teaching and reinforcing expected behaviors rather than only reacting to misbehavior?

Accepted Answer

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

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Zero tolerance policy

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In-school suspension

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Behavior modification contracts

Question 6

Which leader behavior has the most direct positive impact on school culture?

Accepted Answer

Being consistently visible, relational, and celebratory of staff and student achievements

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Strictly enforcing all policies

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Minimizing staff meetings

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Delegating all cultural initiatives to the counseling department