What you can do when students face overwhelming problems in their lives? May 23/23

When educators discover some of the reasons behind student absenteeism, it can seem like the problems are insurmountable.  One of the best things to do is recognize your own role in support student attendance since everyone at school plays a role.

2:46 You never know the impact you’re having
3:34 Listening makes a difference and is more than “just” listening
4:43  They won’t care what you know till they know that you care
6:10. Maya Angelou – “People will forget what you said.  People will forget what you did bu people will never forget how you made them feel.”
7:11 story of a teacher who drew a Y to illustrate the turning point for a student
8:15 Little things can make a big difference
9:01 Story of an unknown impact on a student until years later
Find out more about how to use restorative practices listen and to do the little things for students. Send me a note to stan@restorative.ca
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