https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0 en-us 2022-11-02 21:07:34 UTC 2026-03-19 10:39:01 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367470370 We know that behaviour is an extension of lagging skills. An attuned adult can see past a behaviour into the lagging skills to co-create a path forward. Kids do well if they can in particular if there is a caring adult they can connect with. ]]> 2022-11-02 23:20:34 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367470370 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367471822 Creating space for students in a level, open and, very importantly, structured way to share, connect and eventually be vulnerable toward and supportive of their peers. ]]> 2022-11-02 23:22:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367471822 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367472362 Behaviours are often connected to thoughts and emotions. Connecting first helps us to understand the root of the behaviour.]]> 2022-11-02 23:23:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367472362 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367472562 Our MDI results show that only 37% of our kids would talk to an adult at our school if they are feeling sad, stressed, or worried (92% would talk to a family member). 

]]> 2022-11-02 23:23:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367472562 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367473140 Creating space and opportunities in the classroom for small group/individual check-ins with purpose (typically tied to curriculum). Ongoing and structured as part of the routines of the class. ]]> 2022-11-02 23:24:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367473140 jbram074 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367473666 Approach misbehaviour with curiosity. It is usually a cry for help and a signal of a need that is going unmet. Simply correcting the behaviour may not get to the source of the problem.]]> 2022-11-02 23:25:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367473666 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367474308 A connected community is collectively resilient. We can lean onto our relationships in challenging situations. ]]> 2022-11-02 23:26:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367474308 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367474357 By first making a connection, we open up the dialogue to find out what may be going on 'behind the scenes', what may be driving certain behaviours, or driving certain emotions, etc. Then we can we can work on the correction.]]> 2022-11-02 23:26:20 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367474357 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367474493 2022-11-02 23:26:32 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367474493 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367475179 2022-11-02 23:27:34 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367475179 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367475494 We are hardwired to feel a sense of belonging. When we lead with connection and belonging, success will shine through other areas.]]> 2022-11-02 23:28:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367475494 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367476096 If we connect, we build trust. If we build trust, we build a relationship that allows us to have honest dialogue with our students. Only 37% of kids would talk to an adult at school if they are sad, stressed or worried. By connecting and building that trust, we can increase this number.]]> 2022-11-02 23:29:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367476096 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367476216 Cross-grade groupings for events and activities. A student or two from each grade is grouped with one teacher to create connections through grades, french and english, and with different staff members.]]> 2022-11-02 23:29:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367476216 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367476892 By connecting with colleagues we can create time and space to build connection with our vulnerable learners. For example, if you are working to connect with a group of students and need time to make to happen colleagues can step in to support. ]]> 2022-11-02 23:30:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367476892 https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367477816 2022-11-02 23:31:39 UTC https://padlet.com/lajohnston4/uqdze7c1nhduhkm0/wish/2367477816