Te Aroha Primary School has been given an unique opportunity to build a programme for our students. The programme is centred around Restorative practice / Trauma informed practice.
Here are some of the key benefits of the programme;
Focus on Holistic Well-being - importance of addressing not just academic success but also the emotional and social aspects of a child's development
Building Stronger Connections - restorative practices aim to build and strengthen positive relationships within the school community, fostering a sense of belonging and connection among students, teachers, and parents/whānau
Conflict Resolution Skills - restorative practices teach valuable conflict resolution and communication skills. These skills not only benefit students in their school life but can also be applied in various situations throughout their lives
Reducing Disciplinary Issues - focus is on understanding the root causes of behaviour rather than simply punishing, leading to more constructive and sustainable outcomes
Individualised Support - individualised support that trauma-informed processes provide for students who may be dealing with various challenges. Teachers and staff are trained to recognise and respond to the unique needs of each student
Improved Academic Performance - when students feel safe, supported, and connected, their academic performance tends to improve
Partnership with Parents/whānau - involving parents in the process strengthens the partnership between educators and families
The first step in the process of undertaking this important mahi is a Teacher Only Day on Thursday 28 March. This mahi involves ALL our team so there will not be an option for children to be supervised that day. Please accept our apologies if this causes you any inconvenience, but we will need you to make alternative arrangements for that day.
This is going to make a positive impact on our school/kura and is an exciting time for us. We will be sure to keep you all updated along the way.
