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The Berry Street Education Model (BSEM) is a trauma-informed, educational model that supports schools to increase the wellbeing and engagement of students, including those with complex, unmet learning needs. The Berry Street School utilises BSEM and maintains smaller class sizes, a focus on flexibility and teachers are trained in trauma-informed practices. In this blog piece, we dive into the differences between the Berry Street School and mainstream schools. Discover how we're supporting students to overcome challenges and reach their full potential through trauma-informed education. Click to read more. https://lnkd.in/gJyqBGTG

Is your school or district doing right by their gifted and talented students? GT students are often forgotten. Assumptions like “they’ll be fine on their own” cause more behavior referrals, suspensions, recommendations to counselors, depression, apathy to learning, underachievement and school dropouts than people realize. If you do not support your emotionally and cognitively complex children. they WILL NOT BE OKAY! Ask, “are we providing our gifted kids opportunities to learn about their Giftedness? “ As a gifted coordinator, coach, and previous gifted resource teacher, I pull our students at my school site and help them learn about their Giftedness. This is just one of the resources that I have created, and use, to help gifted students learn about themselves. We owe it to them to challenge them. Provide them with chances to learn about how they learn. Support their creativity. Advocate for themselves. Build confidence. All of these actions will counteract the outcomes of far too many gifted children in public schools across the nation. Click the link for a free download to use with your gifted. They deserve it.

🌍 Today is World Teachers' Day 🌍 It's a day to recognize the profound impact that teachers have on children around the world. Yet, it’s disheartening to see that the respect for educators is dwindling. Teachers are often expected to go far beyond their contractual hours, and many are spending their own money on classroom materials and supplies. This is just one of the many stressors educators face today. To add to that, some school boards claim they are better suited than teachers to decide what resources and materials should be presented in classrooms. How is this even a thing? We need to acknowledge that teachers are highly educated professionals—many holding multiple degrees—and they are continuously evolving and learning to keep up with the ever-changing landscape of education. When those outside the profession impose their views and expect what works for one child or family to work for all, it only fosters animosity and adds to the stress teachers face. Let’s do better. It’s time to step up, recognize the incredible expertise of teachers, and support them as they nurture and guide the next generation.

Adult learners are transforming higher education, and it's time we adapt to their needs! This episode of “The Key with Inside Higher Ed” discusses how institutions can support these students, who are often balancing work and family, on top of their studies. At The Community Solution Education System, we are committed to empowering adult learners to navigate higher education successfully, fostering an environment where learning is an accessible and fulfilling journey for every student. https://lnkd.in/gPXtQVJj

Another impactful session with the remarkable adolescents at CS Academy! This time, engaging with the 12th graders on navigating peer pressure and academic stress. Initially challenging to get through to them, it evolved into one of my most memorable sessions in recent times. ADOLESCENTS = POWERHOUSE 💪 The energy and potential within these soon-to-be adults are truly inspiring! If we, as adults (caregivers, parents, and teachers), can embrace their individuality, recognize their strengths, and empower them to excel, we can shape a brighter future. Our session delved into peer pressure, emphasizing the significance of character development and the power of saying NO. We explored strategies for managing academic stress and handling emotions, fostering a holistic approach to their well-being. Special shoutout to Gen Z terms, making my experience even more enlightening! As a facilitator, it was incredibly fulfilling. One resounding plea from these budding adults: "I want to be heard!" Let's heed their call with patience and understanding. While our lives may be complex, our ability to process and respond surpasses theirs. Let's Listen, Process, and Engage rather than simply direct and react. Remember, WE are the ADULTS, THEY are the ADOLESCENTS. They deserve our time and unwavering support to blossom into responsible adults.

ExplorIng the concept of resilience in children and teenagers, particularly within the context of education. We examine the importance of resilience in helping young people navigate the challenges of school and life, and provide practical strategies for parents, teachers, and caregivers to foster resilience in children. 

What I find interesting in this article is the mention of grace that was afforded students when we initially returned to buildings from COVID. It seems as if the grace has run out and now some schools are resorting back to punitive measures to curtail behavior. Why is this important? Check out this quote: “Roughly 40% of all suspensions went to Black students, though just 21% of students are Black. About 38% of suspensions were issued to students with disabilities, a group that represents about 22% of all students”. Knowing that many students are dealing with mental health issues, what else can schools do to support them as an alternative to suspension? How are we developing student support plans that benefit and improve student social-emotional health and well-being. I can’t pretend to have all the answers, but I know that something must be done to interrupt the increasing number of suspensions, specifically with Black and Brown students and students with disabilities. Article Link: https://lnkd.in/e3Y8wyNP To learn continuous tips and strategies related to special education and building inclusive schools, click here: https://bit.ly/spedemails

This is a well worth listen. We need to focus on the enrollment behaviors of our students, not their age. When thinking of any group of students who manage their education around their work, a key concept is opportunity cost. Given all the demands on their time, the more an institution can do to reduce lost time, a major opportunity cost, the more successful the school can be in retaining this diverse group of students.

𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗳𝗮𝘆𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆: 𝗔 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹, we prioritize a safe and supportive environment for all students. Cyberbullying can severely affect mental health and academics. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: - 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑽𝒂𝒍𝒖𝒆𝒔: We emphasize respect, kindness, and integrity through character education. - 𝑪𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒆-𝑲𝒏𝒊𝒕 𝑹𝒆𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑𝒔: Smaller class sizes promote strong connections between students and teachers, making it easier to address bullying. - 𝑪𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈: Our curriculum encourages empathy and understanding of the impact of one's actions. - 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑰𝒏𝒗𝒐𝒍𝒗𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕: We engage parents to build a supportive community that helps prevent bullying. - 𝑪𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒔: A structured environment with clear rules discourages negative behavior. - 𝑪𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: Group projects foster teamwork and reduce isolation. - 𝑶𝒑𝒆𝒏 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: We empower students to speak up against harmful actions. By nurturing a culture of respect and support, classical academies play a vital role in creating a safe and bully-free educational environment. 𝐒𝐞𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲! https://loom.ly/UcTWWNQ 👉 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! https://loom.ly/LJAABuE #FZSD #WeAreLafayetteAcademy #wentzville411 #wentzvilleschooldistrict #rockwoodschooldistrict #StopCyberbullying #ResponsibleSocialMedia

My latest article, published in the South African Journal of Childhood Education, is about the impact of trauma and violence on learning. The article, titled "Huge investments, poor outcomes: The impact of violence and trauma on learning" highlights how prevailing trauma and polyvictimisation of primary school children disallows them from reaching their full academic potential. https://lnkd.in/g-aScEBH