Relational Values Alliance

Relationships at School

Caring connections, healthy conflict, and a legacy of serving others — where students learn to thrive — in class, in community, and beyond.

What does flourishing look like

Relational culture at school

What does a flourishing school look like?

Career readiness is improved as students gain competencies beyond academics — the "soft or super" skills of actually getting along well with others. These same skills provide life readiness as students immediately benefit from improved caring connections with friends, colleagues, teammates, and roommates.

Research & benefits

What are the benefits of a flourishing school?

Better mental health
Flourishing training can significantly reduce depression and anxiety among students, improving overall wellbeing and resilience.
Improved character & relationships
A focus on virtue and relational skills fosters stronger peer relationships, higher levels of forgiveness, and greater school engagement and community involvement.

Why it matters

The health benefits of a relational school

Relational health in schools produces measurable outcomes in mental health, engagement, and long-term flourishing. See the full research.

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Key findings

  • Flourishing training significantly reduces depression and anxiety in students
  • Higher school engagement and involvement in community service
  • Stronger peer relationships and higher levels of forgiveness
  • Improved character and life readiness beyond academics

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