https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks PIYA Staff Reflection for the summer! en-us 2021-04-26 19:29:52 UTC 2025-12-09 17:00:33 UTC hello@padlet.com faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686464251 Having Ms.Epenesa that prepared lessons each day.]]> 2021-08-19 17:42:41 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686464251 faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686465221 Sticking to the curriculums such as the folktales and arts and crafts.]]> 2021-08-19 17:43:18 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686465221 sonyatbreiz https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686466568 - Kids were engaged/always wanted to do arts and crafts 
- whenever we had free time, they would go back and work on whatever art project we had started before
- for students who didn't want to participate in other activities, they still were able to be engaged through drawing or doing some artsy thing]]> 2021-08-19 17:44:08 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686466568 faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686468167 Having staff support such as relieving one staff for lunch breaks and bathroom breaks.]]> 2021-08-19 17:45:12 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686468167 sonyatbreiz https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686469106 - icebreaker games incorporating language (making kids put samoan alphabet in order)
- kids knew a lot of language basics so it was a lot of review; kids who knew already would help out those still learning]]> 2021-08-19 17:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686469106 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686470428 -created/introduce a safe space to talk about specific topics
-MS turned into more of an ethnic studies class
-HS was able to "fa'asoa" more
-try to find a way for MS to lead a little more]]> 2021-08-19 17:46:41 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686470428 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686471353 2021-08-19 17:47:16 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686471353 sonyatbreiz https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686471942 - kids liked the stories
- got incorporate arts and crafts into what they learned; drawing out stories
- using coconet tv videos for stories]]> 2021-08-19 17:47:36 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686471942 faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686473319 -Behavioral support
-sort of like too much down time during faatasi time. 
-Creating a schedule for our own class. (k&1st, 2nd&3rd)]]> 2021-08-19 17:48:24 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686473319 faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686474508 Classroom jobs/rules]]> 2021-08-19 17:49:08 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686474508 vonniekiliona https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686475093 -The girls enjoyed learning about the lifestyle of young Samoan women back home.
-They asked a lot of questions and participated especially when it came to the Sua stuff.

]]> 2021-08-19 17:49:30 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686475093 faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686476111 Class jobs & weekly line leader.
One thing I could've improved was reminding the class about our classroom agreements and not just the use of the first week.]]> 2021-08-19 17:50:05 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686476111 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686477377 Clean up w paint
tailoring the curriculum up for ms kids vs just elementary]]> 2021-08-19 17:50:55 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686477377 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686478560 2021-08-19 17:51:44 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686478560 faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686478563 -Asking for support when we need it. 

]]> 2021-08-19 17:51:44 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686478563 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686478695 2021-08-19 17:51:49 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686478695 faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686481557 to have fun and learn the Samoan basics. I feel like we've reached our goal.]]> 2021-08-19 17:53:43 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686481557 vonniekiliona https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686483158 The delivery of the curriculum was too lectured base. 
Should've broken them up in groups.

]]> 2021-08-19 17:54:46 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686483158 scdc https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686483237 Staff not being where they are supposed to be, relying on other staff to pick the slack which leads to staff feeling overwhelmed. ]]> 2021-08-19 17:54:49 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686483237 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686483605 In the application process, there is a question regarding no time off during PIYA. A lot of people took time off during PIYA (not including sick leave). If it is as serious as it is in the question, it should be applied in the scheduling etc. ]]> 2021-08-19 17:55:05 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686483605 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686483620 Share out class agreements and expectations more often]]> 2021-08-19 17:55:05 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686483620 faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686484284 having a safe space and making sure students felt comfortable enough to talk to any staffs if and when needed. Also learning the Samoan basics as well and I felt like Ms.Liz did a great job in that area as well as us supporting.]]> 2021-08-19 17:55:32 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686484284 sonyatbreiz https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686484488 - not having all the materials prepared 
- had to adjust/tweak the curriculum to cover more time
- neither of us speak/understand Samoan fluently so some curriculum was hard to carry out (for example: folktales)
- we didn't have experience/training working with individuals with special needs so we had to cut the curriculum short to cater to those students
- myeep workers not always helpful/hands-on]]> 2021-08-19 17:55:41 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686484488 vonniekiliona https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686484694 Tech support and over all support with fa'asamoa teachings]]> 2021-08-19 17:55:50 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686484694 scdc https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686485373 Creating intentional reflection with youth to see how they liked program, what suggestions they have to make PIYA Summer a fun and learning experience that they enjoy]]> 2021-08-19 17:56:19 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686485373 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686486586 not enough time due to Fridays being taken up.]]> 2021-08-19 17:57:10 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686486586 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686487144 It would be beneficial for PIYA staff to brief every morning for at least 30 min max an hour if that and debrief daily to prepare for the following day. ]]> 2021-08-19 17:57:31 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686487144 scdc https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686487342 2021-08-19 17:57:40 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686487342 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686487794 Youth were engaged and interested in the subject]]> 2021-08-19 17:58:00 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686487794 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686488456 Conduct surveys for the kids maybe starting at grade 5 to 12 to evaluate and receive direct feedback from the children on how they feel about the classes and activities. There could also be a separate survey for the parents on how they feel things are going and how things could be improved (i.e. registration, drop-off, pick-up, debrief with their kids at home, etc.)]]> 2021-08-19 17:58:27 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686488456 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686488815 Add more game like activities related to the subject]]> 2021-08-19 17:58:41 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686488815 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686488924 Facilitation, class management, procedures( program, cleaning, safety), food handling ]]> 2021-08-19 17:58:46 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686488924 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686489281 It would be beneficial to have a weekly internal agenda so that everyone knows what needs to get done and if there are adjustments that need to be made, it can be communicated across staff so everyone is one the same page. 

This would especially be beneficial for the performance day. ]]> 2021-08-19 17:59:02 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686489281 scdc https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686489335 Creating PIYA showcase vision as a collective and sharing that will ALL staff so we can work together to make that vision come true. ]]> 2021-08-19 17:59:03 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686489335 sonyatbreiz https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686491144 - students created class agreements
- would come up with and lead our daily check-in questions
- they were responsible for their own space/keeping it clean
- when youth were done working on their own projects, they would go around and help others finish up
- more outspoken kids would encourage quieter kids to be more engaged/use their voice ]]> 2021-08-19 18:00:12 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686491144 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686491566 I love the idea of having passing periods. ]]> 2021-08-19 18:00:29 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686491566 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686493169 It would be dope to hear from the students of all ages K-12 about what they liked and didn't like so that staff can adjust and apply. Hearing from the youth is imperative because we can foster open communication between youth and adults. It can normalize them verbalizing themselves. ]]> 2021-08-19 18:01:31 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686493169 faananafupeleseuma https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686496514 Our showcase was sort of a duplicate of another dance group's showcase, I wish we could've been original this summer especially it being our 25th anniversary.]]> 2021-08-19 18:03:53 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686496514 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686496731 I know some of the youth who come through the program are related to instructors but there has to be a level of professionalism when dealing with youth even if they are yours! Staff were in the youth shoes before. How did they respond to that type of treatment? Even as adults, do we respond well to yelling? I would be highly upset if my kid was being yelled at. Youth development classes should be mandated. ]]> 2021-08-19 18:04:01 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686496731 vonniekiliona https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686496782 Open conversations about the culture, and life skills]]> 2021-08-19 18:04:02 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686496782 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686497311 Do something else other than siva and pese. Do a play or something. ]]> 2021-08-19 18:04:23 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686497311 sonyatbreiz https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686497961 - having all music in binder for performance
- getting a bucket of all supplies needed for curriculum before summer 
- everyone should get training on how to work with special needs children
- if we are learning dances through pre-recorded videos, getting videos prior to summer so we are able to learn it ourselves and then teach it

]]> 2021-08-19 18:04:48 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686497961 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686502474 It seems like a lot of youth for the amount of staff we have. Maybe set a cap per grade for the kids who attend program so that it is manageable for staff (e.g. breaks, classes, support)]]> 2021-08-19 18:07:44 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686502474 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686504439 2021-08-19 18:09:01 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686504439 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686504822 2021-08-19 18:09:17 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686504822 vonniekiliona https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686504981 To learn how to be a tama'ita'i and taulele'a in program and what that looks like. I feel like we reached it because the middle school kids in the end really changed their behaviour and were being really respectful to us teachers!]]> 2021-08-19 18:09:23 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686504981 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686506552 There were some instances that happened this summer that could have benefited from wellness spaces or restorative justice practices. Incorporating this can pivot experiences our youth may be use to in receiving punishment or corrective action

]]> 2021-08-19 18:10:26 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686506552 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686743221 2021-08-19 21:24:09 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1686743221 https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1688328296 2021-08-20 18:02:52 UTC https://padlet.com/scdc/Bookmarks/wish/1688328296