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Action Steps

The LiiNK Project is based on research in the U.S. and other countries to incorporate a much more inclusive, innovative model than traditional public schools have adopted over the past 20 years. The approach traditional public schools have adopted is centered around a required number of minutes in specific content areas daily. Standardized tests are the focus of determining success of a school or grade level achievement. LiiNK is based on improved brain development as a result of physical activity and outdoor exposure throughout the day, and character development taught daily. State requirements are still included.

1

Teacher & Administrator Training

Teachers and administrators from grade levels beginning the program undergo three full-day trainings in which they are introduced to the philosophy, policies, and procedures of the program.

2

Unstructured, Outdoor Play Breaks

Grade level class schedules are adjusted to reflect several unstructured, outdoor play breaks totaling 60 minutes daily. Physical Education is an additional requirement of the school content.

3

Daily Character Development

Classroom schedules are modified to include scripted 15-minute character education lessons daily through a curriculum called Positive Action.

4

Leadership Discussions

School district superintendents, curriculum coordinators, education directors, and school principals all have to be engaged in leadership discussions as fundamental policy and procedural changes are embraced in schools.