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Building Trusted Adult-Student Relationships in Schools: A Commentary.
Emily R Mollenkof1, Vaibhavi Venkataramanan2, Leah M Lessard3
1Senior Research and Evaluation Specialist, Action for Healthy Kids, Chicago, Illinois, USA.
The Journal of School Health
|April 9, 2026
Summary
Building trust between students and adults in schools is crucial for youth well-being and academic success. This involves fostering supportive relationships, ensuring safety, and empowering students.
Area of Science:
- Educational Psychology
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- School Administration
Background:
- Trusted adult relationships are vital for youth health and well-being in schools.
- These connections positively impact educational outcomes, mental health, and reduce risks of depression, anxiety, conduct problems, and suicidality.
- School climate and disciplinary practices can hinder trust-building efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize existing literature on trusted adult relationships in schools.
- To provide practical guidance for school administrators and staff on fostering trust.
- To outline key principles and strategies for building trusted adult relationships.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis.
- Identification of key principles for trust development.
- Discussion of practical strategies for implementation in schools.
Main Results:
- Youth with trusted adults at school experience better mental health and academic outcomes.
- Effective trust-building requires intentional strategies focused on relationship-building, relational safety, and empowerment.
- Schools can proactively create environments that support these trusted connections.
Conclusions:
- Fostering trusted adult relationships is essential for supporting student success and well-being.
- Implementing strategies centered on relationship-building, relational safety, and empowerment is key.
- Schools have a significant role in cultivating these foundational connections for youth.
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