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Connections between students and the adults at school has a big impact on school safety particularly on the trust levels needed to report a concern. Safety also depends on the adult to adult trust in the building.
2:35Create a community culture of caring
3:08Kids can build empathy through restorative practices skills
3:49Build rapport with students
4:43Be present with students to build trust
5:49Clear expectations up front builds trust
7:03Learn about the hobbies and interests of students AND adults
9:04Listen without blame or judgment
9:34Staff to staff connections impacts school safety
10:43Each person can have a helpful bit of information to contribute
11:13The stronger the relational connections, the more likely there’ll be reporting of a safety concern
12:08Restorative leaders create opportunities for conversations
12:49A story – principal sets up intentional time for staff connections
13:49End of the day provides for casual staff connections
15:25Light questions in group conversation at end of the day builds relationships between the adults
16:39Everyone needs a best friend at school
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