Compassionate+Presence



** 4. Compassionate Presence ** (Liz, Paula, Michelle B.) ·  Praise, positive about the students and the work they do  ·   Encouragement of students to contribute their own ideas and problem solving in a variety of ways, eg leadership program, parliament ·  Emphasis on intrinsic learning – children are encouraged to compete against themselves ·  Catering for all levels of abilities and allowances for students with behavioural or emotional needs ·  Fundraising for the sick or disadvantaged groups in the local community, nationally or overseas ·  Students are encouraged to develop class rules and accept responsibility for them ·  Sense of care throughout the community – students have taken on nurturing roles, buddy system throughout the years. ·  Explore opportunities to further develop the above. ·  Further development of a compassionate presence between students, teachers and parents.
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