Trauma sensitive approach to working with children through art therapy. Always engaged staff at Wattle Grove Public School at their last SDD for the year. Nicole Cameron [email protected]

Forgiveness is always appropriate, but reconciliation might not be. It’s not appropriate to restore a close relationship with an abusive spouse. Always extend forgiveness even if reconciliation is inappropriate. bit.ly/3k5hQBx #Leadership #Management #LFreakpost

Use Positive Framing. Talk about what you want, instead of what you don’t want. Instead of fixing problems, talk about desired outcomes and how to achieve them. bit.ly/2ZIu6AP #Leadership #Management #LFreakpost

The law of vitality: Pour in more than you pour out. Self-care isn’t an excuse to serve yourself at the expense of others. Pouring in makes you feel young again. Do things that restore vitality. bit.ly/3mxM9m9 #Leadership #Management #LFreakpost

Nothing but nuggets: “Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” Helen Keller While making decisions examine options. Go with your highest point of confidence. Act with certainty once you make a decision. bit.ly/3i5LWaa #Leadership #Management #LFreakpost

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Notice others. Honor people’s achievements. Express gratitude. Show appreciation. #Leadership #Management #LFreakquote

Never reveal a secret you have promised to keep. Avoid negative speculations about people’s motives. Don’t put someone down to elevate your status, ever. Only pass along reliable information. Say good stuff about people who aren’t in the room, a lot! bit.ly/3GEAmdb

7 QUESTIONS THAT CHANGE THE WAY PEOPLE THINK When making decisions the most important thing is to make them. Go with your highest point of clarity. Keep moving forward, especially after making mistakes. bit.ly/3CPp8QQ #leadership #management #LFreakpost

If you’re persistently frustrated, you’re a control freak. What’s the worst that will happen if you stop trying to control things? Embrace reality. What can you control? What can’t you control? bit.ly/3n5Fi1W #leadership #management #LFreakpost

Questions smart leaders ask: What do you think? What’s important? What’s next? What comes to mind for you? bit.ly/3JQXBU0 #Leadership #Management #LFreakpost

Collaboration allows best practice to be identified & shared across classrooms for improved student outcomes & teaching practice. Download the new study published by CESE that identifies models of collaboration & the conditions under which they work best. education.nsw.gov.au/cese/guide-to-…

☝️ Dylan Wiliam said Cognitive Load Theory is ‘the single most important thing for teachers to know’. Here is a one-page summary of some key points & practical strategies to consider. 👊 Feel free to grab a HQ copy here: jamieleeclark.com/graphics

Students with everyday resilience at school – or ‘academic buoyancy’ – are able to overcome setbacks and challenges that are typical of day-to-day school life. This guide explains why resilience is important and shows how it can be supported. #nswcese education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/educa…

7 things we all want from our leaders: 1. Simple straightforward language. 2. Genuine care. 3. "I screwed up." 4. Ethical transparency. 5. Self-improvement. 6. Listen to feedback. 7. Explain what success looks like.

Here are some sentence starters for your gratitude journal. 1. I’m making progress on… 2. My interactions with _______ have been useful because… 3. I’m glad I’m… 4. A highlight of my day/life is… 5. Today I’ll send a thank you note to… 6. I’m thankful for… 7. I’m thankful

Trust is built in small ways not giant leaps. Invite teammates for a cup of coffee, a short walk, or lunch. Don’t talk business. Talk about them.

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What does it mean to be "visible" as a school leader? (Inspiration via leader Dr. Matthew X. Joseph)