The key to successful learning is the fulfillment of the five genetic needs in each child (William Glasser). According to Glasser's Quality School Movement, each classroom should be committed to this truth:

"In this school and with these teachers, I can satisfy my needs if I work hard."

There are five genetic needs present each day in every classroom: fun, freedom, belonging, survival, and power. When needs are not met, students will use their energies to meet them. Multiple Intelligences Activities, Cooperative Learning teams, and Cross-Age Tutoring lessons promote a proactive program to consistently develop strategies for meeting the five genetic needs of every child.

When these needs are being met, signs of learning disability and behavioral disruptions disappear. Cooperative learning strategies recognize that the important motivations for learning come from within the child.

The Five Powerful Needs
	Survival (the brain's need to see school events as vital to success in life),
Fun (teachers and students can have a remarkably good time together),
	Freedom (Teachers recognize that the unique gifts of each child can be utilized within the classroom),
Belonging (I'm part of a team.),
	and Power (Students believe, "Somebody thinks what I have to say is important.).