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Culture & Climate Office

The Office of Culture and Climate assists schools in creating welcoming and inclusive environments that foster teaching and learning. The Office includes:

  • Culture and Climate Coaches who work directly with educators and school leaders to implement research-based approaches to enhance positive youth behavior and wellness in school. This includes supporting educators with classroom management.

  • School Adjustment Counselors who manage student-focused behavioral work.

The Culture and Climate staff assist schools with matters relating to student safety due to behavior, along with discipline, trauma-informed support, counseling and other mental health needs. The Administrative Director serves as a liaison with the Worcester Police Department and additional agencies on student-specific issues.

Culture & Climate Staff

Tom Toney

Tom Toney

Administrative Director of Positive Youth Development

Jean Conway, MSW, M.Ed.

Supervisor of Culture and Climate