Modbury Matters

Wellbeing Information

Welcome Circle 

Each morning we start our day with a Welcome Circle to build our students' belonging and wellbeing at school. It is such an important ritual to start our day. 

The following information has been taken from the Berry St website: https://www.berrystreet.org.au/news/rhythms-for-success-trauma-informed-routines-to-centre-culture-and-strengths

 

The first 5 minutes of class are critical for setting the tone for the rest of the learning. Consistent rhythms and routines, particularly ones that embed intentional positive micro-moments, are powerful healing interventions as they “help build confidence that positive events will occur and …flexibility when unexpected events are encountered” (Brunzell, 2016, p.76). 

 

Welcome circles – nurturing routines that support engagement in learning and wellbeing (Roffey, 2006) – are a key strategy for consistently embedding strengths and also tending to the body and relational connection.

 

This routine of forming a circle with our young people to review key values and expectations and celebrate any announcements and successes, serves as a threshold between the outside world and the complex task of learning. It allows young people to ground themselves, co-regulate and establish a common rhythm for the learning day. We know that schools are often pressed for time, and it can be tempting to jump straight into content. 

 

However, when we take the time to check in and connect with our young people, we are not only setting them up to get much more out of the learning, but we are providing an opportunity for us, as educators, to get on the front foot of any potential issues that may present as speedbumps for learning.

20 things to say to your child to support their wellbeing and sense of self

  1. You are so helpful, thank you.
  2. You have great ideas.
  3. I'm so proud of you.
  4. Even if you make a mistake, you can fix it.
  5. Our family is so blessed to have you in it.
  6. That's a great question.
  7. I'm so excited to spend time with you.
  8. That was so brave, what you just did.
  9. You make my heart feel so full.
  10. Not everyone will like you, that's okay.
  11. That was a really great choice. 
  12. It's your decision.
  13. Don't give up, I know you can do this.
  14. Don't compare yourself to anyone else, you are enough.
  15. I love how you said that.
  16. Your smile is so beautiful. 
  17. You're such a lovely friend. 
  18. I love holding your hand. 
  19. Your attitude can change any situation. 
  20. I love you. 

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