The 0 to 4 age group is paramount for brain development yet many children don’t receive the necessary support during this peak time. The significance of this period on brain development and academic success is clearly documented by Fraser Mustard. Mustard gave voice to three enduring messages: The years before 5 last a lifetime; It…
Do YOUR Staff KNOW How Much You Appreciate Them?
Job satisfaction is a key driver for staff engagement. The four key factors for job satisfaction are:- My work is important I make a difference though my work I am good at my job and What I do is appreciated Most teachers in most schools would confidently answer YES to the first two statements but…
When You Stand Still in Education You Are Really Moving Backwards…
I read the following recently on the ACHPER Qld website as an acknowledgement of an award recipient. It describes the great attitude to change that is essential to thriving in schools. “One of my PE mentors once told me that when you stand still in education you are really moving backwards – as everyone else…