A Case Study On Mindfulness Practices In Charter Schools?

The K-12 classroom applications of mindfulness, developed by Ellen Langer, are discussed in a case study of a first-year charter school. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been administered to adolescent populations for resilience building and treatment. Two new studies from MIT suggest that mindfulness can enhance academic performance and mental health in middle-schoolers. Mindfulness-based practices have been promoted as a promising way to reduce stress and anxiety in students and improve their academic and behavioral outcomes.

The study was conducted in three classrooms with elementary-age students, delivered via the Headspace application. Data were collected using surveys. The operational definition of mindfulness is attention self-regulation, directed and focused on immediate experiences, allowing increased awareness to be increased.

The Mindful Michigan Project with Inner Explorer fosters collaboration and transforms communities. A randomized controlled trial was implemented with 6th grade students at a partner school to study the impact of a school-based mindfulness intervention on student engagement behaviors. Three steps every school should take before starting a mindfulness program for their school community are discussed.

In conclusion, mindfulness has been shown to improve mental health and academics in schools, particularly in the context of first-year charter schools. By incorporating mindfulness into the classroom, schools can foster collaboration and transform communities, ultimately improving their students’ overall well-being.