HOW SCHOOL INFLUENCES STUDENTS’ CHARACTER AND SUCCESS
Keywords:
school environment, school climate, students’ character, academic success, teacher–student relationships, peer influence, extracurricular activities, motivation, personal development, quality of educationAbstract
This article analyzes the influence of school environment on students’ character and academic success. The study examines the role of school climate, teacher–student relationships, peer influence, and extracurricular activities in students’ personal development and educational outcomes. The findings show that a positive school environment, supportive teaching practices, and active social participation contribute to the development of responsibility, discipline, self-confidence, cooperation skills, and stable motivation among students. In addition, the paper demonstrates that participation in extracurricular activities positively affects attendance, leadership, and communication competencies.
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