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THE HARBOR

Character Development. One Episode at a Time.

The Harbor by Jostens is a weekly online video series that builds character in students and culture on campus.

THE HARBOR

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JOSTENS RENAISSANCE®

National Conference

The Jostens Renaissance National Conference is a one-of-a-kind experience that brings all educational stakeholders together with the focus of creating a positive school climate and culture. Connect with educators and students. Lift the Character of your school. Celebrate achievements.

The 2019 Jostens Renaissance National Conference will occur July 20 – 23 at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate in Orlando, FL.

2018 Resources

PREVIEW

THE PULSE –

Student Recognition Survey.

Are there gaps between how students feel recognized & how adults feel they are recognizing them? The Pulse can help.

THE PULSE

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FEATURED STORIES

A Showcase for Climate and Culture

Jostens Renaissance® Education’s Featured Stories are here to highlight culture and climate current events, Renaissance stories from your school and insights from experts. Check back regularly to see Renaissance in action!

FEATURED STORIES

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CLIMATE AND CULTURE BROCHURE

We all believe a positive climate and culture will help students, but how does it impact larger goals such as boosting school pride, improving attendance and […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STAFFULTY OF THE MONTH: NOVEMBER – DR. FARAH MEADOWS

This month’s National Renaissance Staffulty of the Month is Dr. Farah Meadows from Indio High School in Indio, California. Farah has been involved with Jostens Renaissance […]

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HONORARY DIPLOMA

The Honorary Diploma featured in the “Gratitude” episode of The Harbor is available for downloading. Click here to download the PDF.

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STUDENT OF THE MONTH: NOVEMBER – SYDNEY FERRER

This month’s National Renaissance Student of the Month is sophomore Sydney Ferrer from Green River High School in Wyoming. Nominator Bradlee Skinner writes: “Sydney wanted to […]

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COACHES’ CORNER: LIVING OUT LOUD

By Dr. Steve Woolf The first time I heard Kevin Honeycutt, my dear friend and former JRNC keynoter, say “Live your life out loud!” I didn’t […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STAFFULTY OF THE MONTH: OCTOBER – DEBRA SUMMERS

This month’s National Renaissance Staffulty of the Month is Debra Summers from Cane Bay High School in South Carolina. Debra has been a Renaissance coordinator for […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STUDENT OF THE MONTH: OCTOBER – CARISSA KNITOWSKI

This month’s National Renaissance Student of the Month is senior Carissa Knitowski from William B. Travis High School in Texas. Carissa has been involved with Renaissance […]

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COACHES’ CORNER: KEEP THOSE FIRES BURNING

4 STEPS TO RENAISSANCE ENERGY YEAR ROUND! By Dr. Darrin Peppard Kickoff rallies, New Year’s celebrations, and Welcome Back sidewalk chalk! These are just a few […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STUDENT OF THE MONTH: MAY – NATALIE SILVA

This month’s National Renaissance Student of the Month is senior Natalie Silva from Vista Murrieta High School in California. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve Bollar […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STAFFULTY MEMBER OF THE MONTH: MAY – DEVIN PULLEN

This month’s National Renaissance Staffulty Member of the Month is Devin Pullen from Burlington City High School in New Jersey. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STAFFULTY MEMBER OF THE MONTH: APRIL– ASHLEY LANGENDERFER

This month’s National Renaissance Staffulty Member of the Month is Ashley Langenderfer from New Albany High School in Ohio. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve Bollar […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STUDENT OF THE MONTH: APRIL– JANE HOLLIS POOVEY

This month’s National Renaissance Student of the Month is junior Jane Hollis Poovey from Decatur High School in Alabama. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve Bollar […]

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$235K in Scholarships Given on Tour

The following story was written by Michaell Gaspar, a sophomore at Cristo Rey High School in Minneapolis, who is in his second year as a Jostens […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STUDENT OF THE MONTH: MARCH – ISABELLE WRIGHT

This month’s National Renaissance Student of the Month is sophomore Isabelle Wright from Bureau Valley High School in Illinois. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve Bollar […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STAFFULTY MEMBER OF THE MONTH: MARCH – DEVON PEARRELL

This month’s National Renaissance Staffulty Member of the Month is Devon Pearrell from Jefferson High School in West Virginia. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve Bollar […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STAFFULTY MEMBER OF THE MONTH: FEBRUARY – GINGER REIJNERS

This month’s National Renaissance Staffulty Member of the Month is Ginger Reigners from Phillip Simmons High School in South Carolina. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STUDENT OF THE MONTH: FEBRUARY – AARON ALMANZA

This month’s National Renaissance Student of the Month is 5th grader Aaron Almanza from Academy of Technology & Leadership At Saticoy (ATLAS Elementary School) in California. […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STUDENT OF THE MONTH: JANUARY – MARIAH HELM

This month’s National Renaissance Student of the Month is Mariah Helm from Monrovia High School in California. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve Bollar spoke to […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STAFFULTY MEMBER OF THE MONTH: JANUARY – AMY CHOSEWOOD

This month’s National Renaissance Staffulty Member of the Month is Amy Chosewood from North Hall High School in Georgia. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve Bollar […]

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NATIONAL RENAISSANCE STAFFULTY MEMBER OF THE MONTH: DECEMBER – DINAH GREENE

This month’s National Renaissance Staffulty Member of the Month is Dinah Greene from Orange Vista High School in California. Renaissance Hall of Fame member Steve Bollar […]

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GPA CHAMPIONSHIP

Create a connection between athletics and academics by rewarding the varsity team with the highest in-season GPA.

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CUSTODIAL STAFF RECOGNITION

It is important to thank everyone in your building for what they do. Here is a fun way to recognize the custodial staff in your school

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CAFETERIA STAFF RECOGNITION

Recognize the cafeteria staff throughout the year by creating a bulletin board that celebrates who they are and all they do for their school community.

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TEST DAY DESK MESSAGE

Build classroom community by writing an encouraging message to students on the day of an important test or presentation they have been working hard on.

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BIRTHDAY AMBUSH

Celebrate staffulty birthdays Jostens Renaissance-style by using the birthday ambush.

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TESTING PACKET