Staff from Capturing Kids Hearts visited Klamath Falls City Schools staff Thursday and Friday at the KFCS District Office.
Staff from Mills Elementary School, Pelican Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School, Conger Elementary School and Klamath Union High School were present for the two-day event which helped them understand the meaning and effectiveness of Capturing Kids Hearts, which has been launched at Ponderosa Middle School this year.
To finish the first day, staff were asked to bring a sentimental item and explain to their peers the significance of their item. Many staff expressed gratitude they currently have in their lives, while some KFCS staff expressed their love and adoration for family members who have passed away and how their sentimental items remind them of their loved ones.
What is Capturing Kids Hearts?
The following will provide a brief overview of the Capturing Kids' Hearts (CKH) program. CKH is a research-based, multi-year initiative designed to assist K-12 teachers and administrators in fostering meaningful relationships with students and creating self-managing groups.
The program emphasizes three key areas:
1. Social-Emotional Wellbeing: Enhancing students' emotional health to support their overall development.
2. Relationship-Driven Campus Culture: Building a school environment where strong, positive relationships are central.
3. Student Connectedness: Ensuring students feel valued and connected to their school community.
Through CKH, educators are equipped with tools and strategies to develop a supportive, engaging, and productive learning atmosphere.
