Deputy Principal's Post
The Student Code of Conduct is a new, important reference for parents. This document replaces the Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students.
It outlines the expectations of behaviour for students and the types of disciplinary actions that may be implemented as a result. It is important to note that there is a range of disciplinary measures. This is to ensure the principle of natural justice sees disciplinary action determined on its unique circumstances. This document is reviewed annually and just as consultation with students, parents and staff took place in the development of the predecessor, stakeholders will be given a voice again before the end of 2021.
I ask that you please take the time to read how we support children – those that make positive, independent decisions as well as those who need help to self-manage their behaviour. As parents are critical to their child’s success at school, this will arm you with the strategies and common language we use to build the LIFE values of learning, independence, friendship and environmental safety. You will find it at https://craigsleass.eq.edu.au/Pages/default.aspx
In each newsletter, I provide social-emotional learning lessons which incorporate conflict resolution and learning in regard to bullying behaviour. Research confirms links between the teaching of Social and Emotional Skills and students’ outcomes in learning and behaviour. Social and emotional learning involves the development of competencies in self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, social management and responsible decision making. These skills are critical to students’ success and wellbeing in school.
The information below will be presented to students on the next assembly. Teachers will do some follow-up in the classroom and it would be powerful if parents had a conversation at home, too.
Please note: only Years 1, 3 and 5 will work through the Bridge Builders online learning this year.
WEEK 1 & 2
1. Praise people who do things well
2. Develop a quality circle of friends
What does this mean?
- Part of being a good friend is knowing the difference between CONFLICT and bullying.
Conflict is a normal part of everyday life. It happens because we are all different. These differences mean we see things differently and therefore we will have disagreements. How we respond to it is important. We teach the Bridge strategies so that children are armed with the knowledge and skills that will help them to confidently resolve conflict. Our aim is to have them do this independently by the time they leave primary school and they start this learning in Prep!
