#aussieED Archive
#aussieED was founded on the belief that all teachers, and students, should have unlimited access to Professional Development, on their own terms, to improve their teaching, their schools and change the lives of the students they encounter. Since then, we have embarked on a mission to reach educators, not only in Australia but, all around the globe. We want to smash the barriers that prevent teachers from easily connecting and learning with each other. To that end, we have developed a regular Ed-chat each Sunday on twitter at #aussieED. The chat allows all teachers, leaders, administrators and all those connected with education to meet on an unbiased platform and discuss the real issues that effect what happens in classrooms everywhere. Our chats are authentic because we are real teachers walking the same walk that so many do everyday.
Sunday September 4, 2016
Hi all , Jon from Perth Hills here.
Barb here studying with about Learning Spaces
Hi
Carl, HS maths science teacher from Avonsleigh Victoria
Hey , Eddie here - maths teacher from Sydney. Important topic tonight, looking forward to the discussion!
Hi Carol hi all, Graham Andre here from the UK we are back to work tomorrow after the summer break
Adriana teacher coach for ASD specific school in Melbourne
Hi Ines from Germany on a rainy Sunday
Hi Kati in Sydney. teach languages in
Hi All! Hayley from WA secondary English teacher + year coordinator :) On way back to Perth from BSN hoping Internet holds!
Hello from a warm Cairns. Winter has definitely exited stage left! Just back from my last Sunday night in work for the term!
Hi Jo from Melbourne here!
Hi James here from Kuala Lumpur
Hey Jen from Wollongong. Busy week ahead so I'll be in and out getting organised.
Rachel from NSW at the end of a fabulous weekend pleased to be with the team @
Andrew here from Dio of MN. Also watching Stranger Things if I am l distracted and/or vague!
Hi Karen from Bowen, North Queensland here
Michael from Nanjing, China. Kiwi teacher who won't mention the rugby, oh bugger sorry
Brilliant show, I loved it
Hi, Ang from Manchester UK
Hi . Amy from Sydney. Happy Fathers Day to all of the teacher dads.
Hi, Karen from Sydney here
Maggie here from Sydney Year 4 teacher
wow - real international showing for tonight! Hi to all those who are up early or late!
Hi . Ready to go! Matt from Perth ready for a big hour of chatting.
All pics for tonight's are CC0 from Fantastic effort from photographers to share their work.
Yes! and should be here...
Thanks Amy. Here's what I got today, they sure know how to appeal to a dad's sense of humour!! https://t.co/CxjDzy8irQ
Hey Anna here. Wishing all of the dads a happy Father's Day!
Apologies if I miss any notifications tonight. My kids gave me their germs for Father's Day!
Hi all, Elizabeth from Queensland
Kia ora from Wgtn for a short time
A1 The physical, mental and social helath of the child is positive
A1: first of all it should not be only about feeling - has to do with children rights
Hi , will try and join in at some point tonight, parenting duty calls. If not will catch up later tonight /tomorrow
Child Well being is ensuring children feel safe in their environment, physical, mental and emotional health
A1 a child that feels secure and has adults they can trust.
Dan from Tokyo, I'll be popping in and out of tonight's - hi all!
A1. Child wellbeing makes me immediately think of Maslow's pyramid of needs - it's all aspects. https://t.co/g74VOneMUW
A1: Child well being is ensuring that all needs of a child are met, from health to education to emotional to physical safety.
A1: Wellbeing is the whole person. Their emotional, psychological and spiritual care. It is fundamental before learning can occur
I'll be tweeting the questions every 6 minutes on the hour. Watch my account or for Qs Don't forget to tag tweets w/
Yeah I laughed out loud :)
Hi. Rebecca from Adelaide.
We're debating whether we should start watching this, any good?
or what Anna said https://t.co/3b5MLEh9dp
A1: Child well being is ensuring that all needs of a child are met, from health to education to emotional to physical safety.
A1 I think it is all about being and feeling safe (wherever and with whomever they are)
Hi, Lux from Sydney here...
A1. Create a child-friendly environment to support their development under safe circumstances
A1 Child Protection - protecting those who are children in age or intellectually? so they are safe & can grow as the whole person.
A1 child wellbeing is kids feeling good about life, school, family etc and if they are not feeling good have someone to talk to
I couldn't stop grinning after I got it - now just have to find a place to hang it!
A1 forming a sense of belonging spiritually, physically, emotionally
A1: Is it different from adult wellbeing? I think of feeling comfortable. Trust. Safe. To be accepted for who they are.
A1 Child wellbeing focuses on the social, emotional, physical health and safety of a child
child wellbeing is ensuring that a child is physically, socially and emotionally safe
MUST TEACHERS be cogs in the education machine? My answer is NO. Read why i believe this -> https://t.co/Uy84KANnJF
Good question. It doesn’t matter if adult or child - people!
A1: The most important part of a students life. Learning does not take place if the overall wellbeing of a student is overlooked!
Likewise still getting over liquid cat!
A1 the positive social, emotional and physical health of a child
Q1. Part 1 Very broad as all aspects of a child - emotional social physical intellectual spiritual contribute to their well being
A1 I don't believe we can separate a child's wellbeing from their education.
A1. Wellbeing is an aspiration, not a state of being.
A1) be at total ease in their surroundings so that they can put full attention into creating, dreaming, making and aspiring.
Maslow's Hierarchy of needs!
love the idea of joy as part of wellbeing - has as sense of richness and fullness of life about it
Yes, should be seen as a unit! https://t.co/FGHOpNBtIe
A1 I don't believe we can separate a child's wellbeing from their education.
A1.Child welbeing is social, emotional, psychological & pysical health with a little spirituallity thrown in for good measure
A2 never good for any involved..
Q1 part 2 whether we as schools/ teacher can should or are able to support all aspects is another question. We will always try
Wellbeing relates to a child's dispositions of optimism, openness, curiosity and resilience.
We forget create joy with our Ss. Important for everyone's wellbeing including Ts! joy of writing, maths each other
A2 depends on the child, but a disconnection in forming positive relationships
and importantly- the right of every child
do you think? I think its something concrete. We can choose to make wellbeing something we aspire to or make it happen
A2 Child abuse changes who you are and who you become - sometimes for the better sometimes for the worse! Never a good thing tho
A2. Where to begin - or end? Abuse & neglect shake human identity to its core & cause innumerable problems https://t.co/Gl0TrAjRKg
and creating joy in Ts! I love my job because I catch the kids enthusiasm
A1 child wellbeing is the overall experience of young people. It's about safety; emotional and physical
Great way to involve and empower students https://t.co/TjwPecZ3Ay
My students wrote a bullying policy where they state that they are entitled to learn and feel safe w/out fear of judgement
A2. Child feels & is unsafe; physical neglect, mental neglect - low self esteem, falls behind academically, socially
A1- child wellbeing is a mental, emotional, physical and social state that is balanced and positive
A2: More than can be established in a twitter chat. Ongoing and everlasting no matter how well they are dealt with.
Hello good morning from Spain. Welcome!! Friends I'm happy to share with us
A1. Being healthy, happy, safe, and a stable family
Q2. It has so many forms - self harm, loneliness, attention seeking, grief, alcoholism, displacement, anger, etc
A2- Trauma, pure and simple, including PTSD that can go undetected. Changes brain structure & responses to stress
A2 Don't think you can answer in a tweet - or a book! Different for all, long lasting, life changing.
agreed. Truly holistic education encompasses the skills and knowledge to build well being
A2 The effects differ for the individual but disengagement is common
Welcome, Belinda! If you add hashtag you'll get more engagement w/ your tweets =)
A2 can be subtle from mental unease through to physical injuries and devastating mental anguish leading to suicide.
A2. Students experiencing abuse/neglect bring deep needs that we're morally responsible to address @ schl https://t.co/MxN2JtRUEl
A2 how 2 answer in 140 characters re total destruction/devastation of a child's basic right to safe,happy childhood?Heartbreaking
as a welfare teacher it's everyone's responsibility not just your school specialist
A2 We cannot separate a child from their experiences, every problem is a problem of development, good or bad.
Q2. A damaged child. full.stop.
A2.My childhood makes me a much better mum and teacher I am sure. Empathy mixed with resillience, strength & a never again stance
Do we schedule time for joy &fun? It needs regular. Part of Ss mental health we forget to nurture
A2) everyone is different but basically stilted growth academically, socially and emotionally
For the better? I’d disagree with that. Its never good.
if safe is opposite of fear, fear leads to anger, and yoda told us where anger leads ... to hate and hate leads to suffering...
If you want to make a difference to your own wellbeing, work in Cairns - you've got until Friday to apply! https://t.co/B9B4CEDWaA
A2: Immeasureable. Think of a can of soda - looks ok on the outside, but when you open it, you never know what might happen.
A2 Any effects, positive or negative, produce unique results. We're humans not machines.
A3 Know your chn, be aware of changes in behaviour, know families, raise concerns no matter how small, could be 1 piece of jigsaw
A3 unfortunately schools and teachers role is often when home is not safe.
A3 we can be first reporter of potential abuse, but more importantly, a safe haven from the outside world
A2- Impacts the child's ability to feel safe, to grow and to trust others and the world.
...and research shows it often takes many decades for the abused to be able to open the can https://t.co/TFxBrmkrHx
A2: Immeasureable. Think of a can of soda - looks ok on the outside, but when you open it, you never know what might happen.
Q2. Abuse and neglect creates a fearful child and a dysfunctional adult
A3: Schools and teachers must be a safe harbor for every student - a place where they can find someone listening, helping
A3) We need to be the standard by which others are compared: the safe base where Ss can be refreshed
A2 - the impacts of abuse and neglect take so many different forms. Some Ss become really good at hiding what's happening
A3: We are often the only constant in a child's life, we play a massive part but it is just that a part https://t.co/2DEOQPWLzT
A3: Awareness to help students make good decisions. Giving them opportunities to make the right decision. Sharing consequences.
A3 all we can to make sure they feel they matter, quite simple I believe
A3 It is our absolute duty of care to ensure we keep all of our students safe from harm & support the ones who have been effected
A3. As teachers we see children in ways literally no one else can. We're the watchmen & the lighthouse alerting people to danger
A3.To listen to the child, to believe them, support them, be there for them and to report abuse...
A3 beyond anything else we are trusted adults who can both spot pattern changes and may be confided in.
Yep. It is unpredicatable and each case is so unique.
A3. Schools and Ts provide sanctuary, stability, consistency, safety & trust for Ss. Big responsibility!
Q2. The 3 Ls help - love laughter literature. Children who experience all 3 at home rocket into school
A2. Nothing positive. Often the effects can last for generations.
massive role. safe haven for six hours a day.
https://t.co/P4EpqvWDpI
mental & physical health & we're concerned esp with that which interferes with their day to day learning & socialising
A3: An increasingly large one! Potentially the only safe space and 'safe' adults some children experience. https://t.co/HfINC2XTlB
A3 Keeping kids safe should come well before the 3Rs!
I spent most of the last decade in wellbeing... if you think its a destination youre wrong. It's a journey!
Yes- the ripple effect is ongoing and impacts those around them including siblings https://t.co/CQiQzKWPKq
...and research shows it often takes many decades for the abused to be able to open the can https://t.co/TFxBrmkrHx
A2: Immeasureable. Think of a can of soda - looks ok on the outside, but when you open it, you never know what might happen.
Q3 A huge role when home is like a war zone. We can't save all our Ss but we can make everyday the best days while in our class.
Important for Ts to look after themselves so they have energy for Ss who need extra care
Iove this metaphor. So true! https://t.co/sPNnMnmQoJ
A3. As teachers we see children in ways literally no one else can. We're the watchmen & the lighthouse alerting people to danger
Q3. Keeping students safe is our chief responsibility
A3 So many. Need to be a safe place for chn abused outside of school; need to ensure that school is a safe place.
+ A3: Teaching young people is a privilege and we have a responsibility to ensure each young person in our care feels safe.
Q3 Schools ie teachers should supplement or complement the home. Increasingly and sadly we are replacing it
A3 schools & teachers provide a safe haven, normal routines & a chance to flourish
Agreed, can't achieve anything without a safe & welcoming environment!
A3- schools and teachers create a safe space- an outlet, a support system, a community other than home and family.
Q3 The class I teach this year it is my unwritten duty to keep the Ss safe, I am a constant person in their life who believes.
A3 school needs to provide Ss with an environment of safety, connection, valuing all, care, inquiry & a space to be your best you
Darn it, can't keep up without Tweetdeck!
A3. Sometimes school is the only safe place, full stop. I've met many children who get anxious as holidays approach. Heartbreaking
it is. we need to be aware that some students are on a journey that requires a massive amount of support
Also important to remember that with appropriate support strength develops
Also v important to keep in mind many of these abused chn, now adults, are our Ss' parents or our colleagues.
A3 keeping students safe is our chief responsibility. If Ss don't feel safe, nothing else we do will matter to them.
Q3 A Ts role nowadays is educator, parent, social worker, friend, life coach but I wouldn't have it any other way. I love my Ss.
A3 School should be, first and foremost, places where kids are celebrated for who they are, regardless of their test scores.
there's all these black shapes on a white background flying past
Have to rush off - have a good week! :)
very true. We have a crucial role to play. Children can't learn when they are fearful
A3: School may be a child's only safe place. It is imperative that we provide that safety for them.
and many of these abused chn, now adults, may be our students' parents or our colleagues https://t.co/JXSGr727Jv
Yes- the ripple effect is ongoing and impacts those around them including siblings https://t.co/CQiQzKWPKq
...and research shows it often takes many decades for the abused to be able to open the can https://t.co/TFxBrmkrHx
A2: Immeasureable. Think of a can of soda - looks ok on the outside, but when you open it, you never know what might happen.
Perhaps we should find a new term for „teacher“ https://t.co/IR3n51Vyvk
Q3 A Ts role nowadays is educator, parent, social worker, friend, life coach but I wouldn't have it any other way. I love my Ss.
"Teachers are the watchmen and the lighthouse" and the life raft for students caught adrift https://t.co/dJ4Rhg9i2z
A3. As teachers we see children in ways literally no one else can. We're the watchmen & the lighthouse alerting people to danger
Anyone read Gavin de Becker's 'Gift of Fear'? Example of how to turn trauma into strength
A3) Stronger communities halp ss not fall through teh cracks and give ss more confidence through a sense of belonging
Q4 Low Socio Economic Schools like mine its challenge to engage the parents. Open days, expo's of Ss Learning our parents love.
A1 Child wellbeing is ensuring that the basic needs of every child is met. Physical/Social/Emotional etc.. https://t.co/3p1C8CyrNA
A3. Provide a safe and consistent environment. See the S as an individual and not a product of their misfortune
A4) Stronger communities halp ss not fall through teh cracks and give ss more confidence through a sense of belonging
A4 get to know the families not just the students, involve them in the learning
A3 p2 Also important to remember that no matter the demographic of your school, we still need to provide the same stability 4 Ss
A3 education is about educating the whole child not just the outcomes and content. Being able to communicate, collaborate and cope
really important. Building a string classroom and community helps build support for these children
A4. Families need to be brought into the fold. Schls aren't just for educating sts; they exist for the entire community's benefit
A4: By meeting families where they are at and on their terms. To support the work of families not take their role.
Same. Seeing the fear on their faces as that bell rings to signal the end of term...so sad.
A4: Be open not only 4 students. Integrate parents, try to collaborate with local communities. Make your school a part of society.
A4 Open door-welcome families in to discuss-not only child's education.Know families so you can ask how they are. Signpost support
A4 Development of individuals cannot be separated from the development of culture/community. What society do we want?
A4, try and give parents and the community more opportunities to come into school
one of the best TED talks of all time
A4. Transperancy, involvement and collaboration.
Reminds me of how much we take for granted & puts a whole new light on "troublemaking" sts. They go thru so much
US foremost criminal profiler grew up with shocking abuse. His turning point was T who believed in him. Why I became T!
A4: Support parents to parent their children and help parents to support their child’s education. Working together works better.
A4 families need to feel valued and included in a range of ways
A4 Family participation, involve Parents, involve community services in +ve way. Communicate, educate, tolerate, be open to all.
A4: Open door,invite to help in class,I have found and Class Story to be a great link with home https://t.co/XQvYKIeMtG
Q4 We take our Ss to the community, model building with local volunteers. old people home visits, town walks, in school visitors.
Very much agree! So many people believe it's JUST schools / teachers responsibility 2 educate young people https://t.co/5SMqWAUBIz
A4. Families need to be brought into the fold. Schls aren't just for educating sts; they exist for the entire community's benefit
A4 relationships, relationships, relationships. Being skilled, and knowing when to refer on to other professionals.
A4. Often the child's mother is also being abused not just the children. We need to protect the unit not just the child if we can
hello yes.. I like more this tw chat
And that's a big role for schools. Being that support place.
A2 Fear, distrust, hunger, anxiety, depression, unable to learn, the list unfortunately goes on https://t.co/q2Ijtx9lSn
A4 partnership btwn teachers, Ss & parents 2 build strong, educated, connected & enriched community -all looking out 4 each other
Here's why I love public education so much. Absolutely every kid should have that right. https://t.co/p8ZObEVXa2
It's the place where some kids get to have relationships with sane and sober adults.
A4 all voices in school community need to be heard and those that usually aren't heard need to to be given a microphone
A4 Schools should co-construct ideal forms of student learning with families, and the wider communities.
A4 Schls need to respond to/ report/ investigate complaints from families. So many cases of schools covering up/ turning blind eye
A4: By forging partnerships with community groups to ensure a safety net for children both at and out of school.
we are strong on consequences for actions at sch not punishment. Some Ss have been punished enough
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A4. continue 2 be welcoming - invite community into school, participate, safe place.
Lower the barrier for parents involvement. For a lot of ppl school was intimidating as a kid & has not changed as they get older.
A4- Be supportive not judgemental, be truly inclusive not just welcoming Not every P has the means to manage
A5. At risk of over-simplifying, start by making contact. Don't wait for parent-teacher night. Listen+talk https://t.co/dwLywx3TXo
Yep, it's why we can never assume.
A4 including families often involves being very effective in communicating why we do what we do and how they can help Huge task!
A4 Keep working at breaking down arbitrary barriers between school and society to build resilient and confident young adults
This is where going the extra mile comes in. Balance between support services + understanding our own limitations
A5. Refer, report and speak up. Better to be too vigilant than not alert enough.
A5 Feel like answer to so many of these is know your families. Build a relationship where you can chat - ask if everything is OK
A4: Easy to say P,T &S form a team to foster learning.Schools must ensure T's have skills/protocols to proactively dvlp this team.
Totally agree. Yes, it's a huge burden to carry; but absolutely too much is at stake to do any less. https://t.co/aV6kvq69Eb
A5. Refer, report and speak up. Better to be too vigilant than not alert enough.
A4. Provide numerous opportunities for all families to connect with the school e.g. breakfast club, open days
A5: Link them to others who have been through whatever they are going through. Build strong ties with community groups.
A5 Once you have broached subject of support needed, open door-welcome families in. In house support or know agencies for referral
and give teachers time to build these relationships!
A5: If in doubt, inform. Keep clear lines of communication open for all parties. Super important.
I've worked with amazing leaders in the past they saw the problem and solved it even when it seemed impossible
A4: easy to say, hard to do - but we must find ways https://t.co/3zyJnBJCEP
A4: Easy to say P,T &S form a team to foster learning.Schools must ensure T's have skills/protocols to proactively dvlp this team.
+ A5: Schools and the home need to work in partnership in supporting the growth of young people.
A5 report then walk away, hard to do, but professionals are trained to deal with these issues, we have a large flock to care for
A3 We are in the place of the parent - and if we may be the only good parent they know - it's our role. https://t.co/x4gGWjSLKJ
A5. listen, observe, then act don't wait it could be too late
A5 Schools should take responsibility for the development of parents... as there isn't anyone else doing this.
The single most important thing you can do is get to know your students and their families better https://t.co/hiXijLIM5c
A5. At risk of over-simplifying, start by making contact. Don't wait for parent-teacher night. Listen+talk https://t.co/dwLywx3TXo
A5, listen to understand. create a personalised response tailored to needs of Student and Family.
true when there are signs of danger. Must avoid trying to solve it all ourselves and utilise support avaliable
whoa there! schools should not be the plaster for all social ills
A5 Build trust so that parents know that the Ts are doing the best for their child (and every child) - easier said than done!
Schools are in unique position to be communication hubs. Have to drop the facade that being P is easy!
I'd like to explore the idea of getting more online from the school for parents to see
hard when the student knows and trusts you, but may be scared of what might happen in the future.
I believe you need a leader who can help Ts parents and Ss where they can work together to make positive changes
A6. Relationships between siblings speaks volumes about how they are treated at home.
A6. Changes in demeanour or emotions, reluctance to interact, attention-seeking behaviour: all cries for help.
A6 change in behaviour. acting out, withdrawing again we are not the experts
+ A5: (1/2) Parents or other caregivers are responsible for building a protective and loving home environment.
A6: difficult question - individuals react in diff. ways. Be alerted if there is a change in behavior.
The biggest cases of neglect that I have seen haven't come from disadvantaged families. Spending time with S is so important.
This is an idea that I struggle with. Schools are a great hub to involve other services
+ A5: (2/2) Schools and communities are responsible for building a safe and child-friendly environment outside the child's home.
A6, Self-inflicted internal pressure is becoming hard for Sts to manage. We must be sensitive to respond/support this pressure.
yep. Its tough being a parent. Tougher when you do it alone! Need support from others.
We can't separate the development of students from their personal development, despite our desires.
Critical reminder on tonight's theme: the CLOSING DATE for private sessions with the is 30 Sept.
A5 by having open ears and open heart...
Yes, it's vital to flag things with welfare team as often they're aware of patterns/information we aren't https://t.co/cCjw3e0sUm
A6 change in behaviour. acting out, withdrawing again we are not the experts
A6 R'ships again - know your chn, any change in behaviour can raise a concern. Different chn react in diff ways, no one indicator
To create a healthy community we need to be proactive about it
A5- Action it- emaol, phone, have strong links to school pastoral care teams and networks who are active in supporting families
A4 Ask parents/staff what they need, many are just as confused as we are about what their children need. https://t.co/xo8nlbUrMb
Never ever ask questions or elicit discolosure - the courts can't reask questions if you have already asked them - legal minefield
I wish schools could do more but they're already working beyond capacity. Oh, which org's aren't?
A6) Obvious physical signs, disclosuere, inapropriate behavour OR Change in behaviour
Yes, agree. Schools are in a unique place where they can provide safety and referral.
If anyone has a story of their own to share with the Child Abuse Royal Comm, please contact them ASAP https://t.co/A5XeV1DPZj
Critical reminder on tonight's theme: the CLOSING DATE for private sessions with the is 30 Sept.
then we need to also provide housing, food, medical care? We need to draw a line somewhere. We educate.
This can be great way for Ps to access info they need in a non-public way
Well, teaching parents is a really complex task, not sure schools are to also be responsible for this https://t.co/a1Sc2RTucG
A5 Schools should take responsibility for the development of parents... as there isn't anyone else doing this.
+ Children have the right to be safe, to belong, to be heard, to receive adequate care and to grow up in a protective environment.
A5 Wind back the industrialisation of education and towards a model where the school is at the heart of a community
you need to reassure them tell them you will tell someone and take the journey with them
A6: This is a tough Q. So much. Be careful. Get your staff trained in protective behaviours. Go with your gut at times…
agree, but government should not get a free pass
We know chn, we raise concern, report on, support etc. Can't do it all.
Never judge parents, relationships are vital.I have had many chats about tattoos, street fights & super parenting. Every happy!!
True, if we lose our focus we'll fail to achieve anything. But I feel compassion still has its place.
yep. I know. But its tough to say I’m handing you over to someone else. Even though its what may happen.
- well said. Go with your gut when you support kiddos and families!
A6 Best to err on the side of caution. Not needed help better than no help.
what it means to educate is a fine line sometimes. Learning is limited when u r feeling unsafe
we also have to do a mandatory reporting module every year
It isn't about a free pass for government, it is about understanding the scope of the job we teachers have.
A5 Be aware of the agencies and services that available to help students and parents and refer when needed https://t.co/uLYlhzwEJj
as a parent, I want to understand choices made in my children school but changing my beliefs is harder https://t.co/a1Sc2RTucG
A5 Schools should take responsibility for the development of parents... as there isn't anyone else doing this.
I'm toying with the idea of how to set up a digital science fair
For sure, but if everyone in a community are not part of the solution...
+ Families and schools need to provide for the physical, social and emotional needs of children and young people.
Q7. How can schools use National Child Protection Week to encourage the safety and wellbeing of children? https://t.co/1mr5uh6m8r
A6: Obviously physical, but more so watching out for those S who suddenly go quiet, or get angry or emotional when they seemed ok.
If too involved, can impair ability to support.Let other professionals do their bit
Gotta go - thanks for tonights chat.
A6 any change in a student is noteworthy. Small pieces of a bigger whole
First time I've heard legal defn of mandatory applying to any student from our school even out of school
A7. Wonderful opportunity to remind each other not to assume everything is fine & status quo is always ok. Ask tough questions
Parent seminars, family events, grandparents days, celebrating cultures, keeping families informed etc..
exactly our scope is to educate not be a safety net for failures in policy
A7 Chance for staff training refresher, class talks etc so chn know they have people they can disclose to
A6 I think any time we can't (professionally) understand a student's social and emotional response we need to ask why.
A6. Too many to list. Each child will display and react to their abuse with their own coping mechanism
We have to be vigilant to watch for signs of abuse. Its our obligation to keep these kids safe by knowing them & their ives.
He aha te mea nui o te ao?
A7 perhaps by simply refreshing teachers' training & awareness in the community
that's why they are in most schools psych, speech, welfare, sport ect really important
A7 Use it as opportunity to educate and inform, remind Ss and Ps about resources and procedures available for help if they need it
A6- Changes to behavior + responses to situations. What are they reading and writing? How are they expressing themselves?
A7, use Nat'l Child Protection Week to identify needs in schools and create sustainable safeguards to fill in gaps Walk the Walk
Schools are expected to play multiple roles with often limited resources. Good teachers will always care and adjust their teaching
A7: By teaching S that it is ok (and important) to speak up and seek support. S need to be safe in order to learn.
A6 Sudden changes in behaviour or mood-which means you need to know your students. Ask the question RUOk? https://t.co/v7CGxye7XV
A7 Highlight issues, highlight what a child can do if they are feeling unsafe.
A7: Bringing it to our attention makes us more aware to keep our eyes open. Be careful we don’t go looking for what is not there.
the Government should represent the society we wish to create, that is not happening need political voice
Q7 We use the Daniel Morecombe foundation about protective behaviours as our way of teaching children to be safe. Powerful!!!
Eric here from Brazil. Just woke up and saw this. We maintain a list of agencies for our families. https://t.co/oOavntSR4l
A7, use Nat'l Child Protection Week to identify needs in schools and create sustainable safeguards to fill in gaps Walk the Talk
abnormal cuts & buses, signs of neglect, complaints of constantly feeling tired, behavioral changes, mood swings
use the services. Understand what they are and how to access you will be surprised what help is available if ask
A7. The week is a good prompt to have conversation with parents..talk about ways to keep chn safe
I agree i. This topic all of us have part of the solution https://t.co/zDHhOuaDjO
For sure, but if everyone in a community are not part of the solution...
Pō marie- good night- late in NZ! Check out Gavin de Becker's 'Gift of Fear' has much info how to keep chn, Ts safe
Pō marie- good night- late in NZ! Check out Gavin de Becker's 'Gift of Fear' has much info how to keep chn, Ts safe
A7 If we (teachers) care about every child's safety at home, we need to first care about every child's safety at school.
A7 refresh staff and community on our responsibility as citizens to protect the most vunerable
National Child Protection Week is every week ;)
Q6 Physical signs but the mental scars run deeper, absences, mood changes, changes in parents - obsessive, paranoid,.
almost set it up like a blog but looks more like a prospectus, I'm not sure how to do that yet
I'll be taking lots of photos though
talk about it. In Victoria discuss the new new child safety protocols.
Q8. How can we better value the voice and participation of children in our schools and communities? https://t.co/sAeQ2oz7pD
and the Government should represent the peoples needs
We've been waiting for centuries for govt to act to solve problems- maybe we need a different tack?
Highlighting the fact that wellbeing is everyone's responsibility and reinvigorating the conversation for the whole community
A8 Value student voice by letting them have one on difficult topics - listen don't tell them
Q6 Munchausen by proxy is so hard to get DHS to see as abuse. This abuse is emotionally killing kids worse than physical stuff.
it's our job Brett. We sign a contract that says we have a duty of care. I all know we take it very seriously
A8: Let students be the productive part of school life, not only passive participating.
A8: Give them a voice and listen. Understand how well they know their needs and highlight what our students can actually do!
we had social housing and medicine, did everyone just forget the welfare state of the 30s 40s and 50s?
A8. Include them in decisionmaking processes in authentic ways. Give them real opportunities to shape their learning environment.
Agreed, schools (and government) should meet (and shape) the needs of its people.
A7- Use to prompt the conversation and get people thinking about their role
Q8 Provide a safe educational environment, build relationships & let kids know they have a voice and it will be heard.
A8: Treat S as equals, not as lesser. Just because they are younger doesn't mean that they don't know what they are doing/saying.
Perhaps worth a look: Flipboard - creating a digital magazine with diff. parts
A8 Our Ss must feel valued. Eg calling home when sick for a few days to let them know they are missed
Wicked problems of today require innovative PS & all hands on deck - govt is not what it used 2B
let them guide the learning. But most importantly open our eyes and listen. When we talk less we take in more
A8 Firstly, we need to accept the fact that things change.
A3: We play a vital role. If we get to know Ss and be observant, it is amazing the impact we can have https://t.co/UJcMDC5kWU
Q8 Let them know someone cares. I give out so many hugs a day, get called mum often but I let them know I care.
A8 The key to authentic student voice is letting them lead, troubleshoot and implement strategies to solve self chosen issues
A7- Use to prompt the conversation about what your role is in providing support and safety
we create our own futures, we can create such Governments if we have the will not a foregone conclusion
My worry is some may try to do all-not refer to experts,not focus on education of others etc
And obviously thru appropriate means. I'd probably get fired if I went around giving hugs to my students! https://t.co/H7OU5ol6py
Q8 Let them know someone cares. I give out so many hugs a day, get called mum often but I let them know I care.
A8: Make time for whole community to participate in meaningful discussion of important topics & include children. AllMeet together
A8. listening to the whole child, not just what we hear them say..ask chn the ? what feeling and being safe means to them
this is great Graham. It shapes the discussion and allows students to understand safety
knowing when to refer on to other professionals is critical
Show kids that others suffer in the world,huge as well.I teach about kids in Syria, refugee camps etc see https://t.co/wfDBOBT6MY
Show kids that others suffer in the world,huge as well.I teach about kids in Syria, refugee camps etc see https://t.co/jY5Z9lxUde
Q9. What resources and organisations are available to help schools in your part of Australia & the world? https://t.co/uNoOXddTrk
A8- By having genuine, meaningful forums for Ss to participate and action change. Active student councils https://t.co/300M6dQ791
Q8. How can we better value the voice and participation of children in our schools and communities? https://t.co/sAeQ2oz7pD
A8 Give them a seat at the table!!
A8 Schools need to seek to understand the individual needs and beliefs of families.
Do yourself a favour and teach in Cairns! Have a good week all! (and get those appllications in!) https://t.co/B9B4CEDWaA
I've helped Ss get treatment for eating disorders, anxiety, etc. Work closely with counselor and know how to refer.
Fist pumps work well : ) My older S wouldn't appreciate them either. Got the idea from
absolutely Jack, seems more relevant than ever with the world the way it is at the moment
Gotta go . Thanks for the chat . Massive issue, but highlighting is a step in the right direction.
does not mean we have to agree with them or accept them
Many times I've literally felt the ache in my chest when I've seen a child needing comfort. But we do our best.
A9 sadly there isn't anything in SE Asia unless it's truly life & death. The school is their only defender.
The Barwon Adolescent Task Force is a great resource in Geelong. Also your Prin has a lot of tools
I am giving my students a survey to get ideas about curriculum design-since it impacts dem the most, i let them b heard.
A9 Mandatory reporting. Unless your student is a detained asylum seeker.
A9- was a great resource for pastoral care support networks in WA. Will go nxt yr again!
A9: Can I be honest and say that I actually don't know. I rely on the school (newish to it) to guide me.
it's an ok place. We just need to educate our students more to keep them safe
Yes always be humble enough to admit we need help with connections & resources
A8 ensure that they have a voice & then make it very obvious we are listening 2 that voice & acting on it https://t.co/F29yMja8nM
Q8. How can we better value the voice and participation of children in our schools and communities? https://t.co/sAeQ2oz7pD
true Jack, we are lucky like that, there are other far less fortunate
A9 School councils are sadly underused/misused by our schools.
A9 In UK so not so relevant. We have a child protection officer in every sch who holds records and refers on-big picture important
Have a conversation about it with parents at the bus stop. Q9 Natural conversations are better than forced ones.
A8: By providing forums that give them a voice. Making stuvoice part of your classroom dynamic. https://t.co/e68ZHRO17X
Q8. How can we better value the voice and participation of children in our schools and communities? https://t.co/sAeQ2oz7pD
