Carol Gerber Allred (Allred, 2008) describes strategies for improving learning-related classroom climate for students while reinforcing a set of classroom expectations by informing students of their positive actions, instilling intrinsic skills motivation, encouraging positive behaviors, connecting with students' families and community, and being positive (Allred, 2008). These strategies align with the attributes described in Indicator 1a to promote respect for diversity, establish relationships, promote risk taking and establish high