Researchers and educators agree that schools make a difference in how students develop as citizens and as whole people. Key research findings form the scientific basis for the program.

Specific research on DSC’s Child Development Project, the precursor to CSC, showed that the program had a signficant impact. See research results.

Both CSC and its precursor have attained recognition nationwide. The U.S. Department of Education has recently highlighted the Caring School Community program’s research base and effectiveness.

Four core principles at the heart of the Caring School Community™ program are factored into decisions about school policy, pedagogy, structure, and content.