Belonging is central to being and becoming, in that it shapes who children are and who they can become. The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia Being away from school for the last four weeks highlighted the importance of belonging and connections. Losing my dad over the holidays gave me the chance to reflect and … Read more
Our schools are committed to providing quality education to all students in a safe, inclusive and caring learning environment. We value working together with parents and families as critical partners in student learning outcomes. Connect and Respect resources Department of Education WA. The start of the school year brings new classrooms, classes, teachers, routines … Read more
‘Positive classroom environments don’t just happen, teachers create them.’ ‘’The strength of our student relationships makes the difference in translating our passion for teaching into their passion for learning.’ Beth Morrow We don’t leave things to chance at City Beach Primary School. Positive relationships, connected practice and collaborative planning structures are embedded across our school … Read more
‘Resilience isn’t a single skill. It’s a variety of skills and coping mechanisms. To bounce back from bumps in the road as well as failures, you should focus on emphasizing the positive.’ Jean Chatzky Just as Alison Jenkins was about to set off to Victoria on her long service leave trip with her husband Craig … Read more
“Those who have a strong sense of love and belonging have the courage to be imperfect.” Brene Brown It’s lovely to be back at school after a refreshing break in Spain and Croatia – the hardest part about coming back was leaving my parents in Spain – my home away from home. This feeling reinforces … Read more