Improving the Culture or Climate of the School
Doral Park is a high school located in Doral. In August 2023, it opened its doors to the 98% Latino student body. Doral Park High School is the school of
second chances. Students are referred to the school due to academic and behavioral challenges. Although students are challenged, Doral Park is designed to create connections and prepare them for post-secondary success. The school holds a capacity of 500 students total and 250 students during each session. Doral Park has two sessions: a morning session from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM and an afternoon session from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Each classroom holds 25 students because the school operates through a self-paced program. Teachers are facilitators who guide students toward the end goal of graduating high school. This setting promotes small group and one-to-one instruction. The intern believes the administration must create the school's culture and climate. After observing that the school has not established a culture and climate, the intern believes the administration can implement several concepts to develop a culture and climate. Therefore, the intern recommends
the following initiatives:
1. Implement a Peer Mentorship Program: Pairing veteran students with new incoming students can provide guidance and support, helping students adjust to a new program and providing them with a positive role model.
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