Heather Peterson

Director of Climate and Culture
Hampton City Schools

Ms. Peterson has 16 years of experience specifically focusing on school climate and culture: Developing tools, strategies, and professional learning to create positive climates in schools and departments Analyzing climate survey data to identify areas for enhancing a positive organizational climate Creating and implementing a social-emotional learning comprehensive plan for the school division Designing and delivering professional learning for multiple stakeholders across school division and community Using a strength-based model to work with developing leaders at various levels in Title I schools Utilizing a diagnostics tool across the division to identify strengths and opportunities Building capacity of teams to work effectively in the areas of communication and collaboration