IB Learner Profile Attributes

The Education Support Team are Principled!

This week, our Education Support (Classroom) Team share with us how they represent the learner profile attribute Principled.

Team definition:

Being principled means embracing diversity with compassion, supporting others, and striving to provide a safe and inclusive environment. It’s about encouraging all learners, respecting their unique journeys, and celebrating different learning styles to ensure everyone feels valued and empowered.​

Individually, we are principled because:

Sam Cook: As an ES, I love creating a safe and supportive environment where I can help students achieve regardless of any challenges. I thrive on building skills, resilience and confidence in students making everybody feel heard and included. Education Support is about celebrating progress and encouraging students to be the best they can be in a welcoming environment for all.

Kathryn Tanaskovski:

I believe in living and working with integrity, kindness, and a strong sense of purpose. In my personal life, I prioritise honesty and fairness in how I treat others, always striving to lead by example and stick to my values. As an Education Support worker, I carry these principles into my role by fostering trust, showing respect for every student and colleague, and staying committed to doing what’s right for the people I support. I’m dedicated to creating a positive, inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive.

Laura Serratore:

I value kindness, honesty, respect and compassion. I strive to always be kind and to be a safe place for students, friends and family. I am passionate about being everyone’s number one fan, encouraging their dreams and to be their true selves. I believe everyone should be heard, respected and given the opportunity to truly shine!

Chantelle Crisci:

I believe that being principled is doing what’s right by yourself and towards others. By showing kindness, respect, honesty and compassion to all. I believe in creating an environment at home and at ENPS that is inclusive and safe, where there is no judgement!

Cassie Lehmann:

Respect and honesty are two values that I hold high in both my personal and professional life. I believe it is important for everyone to feel safe, supported and valued as a human and I strive daily to create an inclusive, fun and caring environment for our students and staff. 

Jan Clarke:

​​I prioritise staying true to my principles, maintaining focus, and ensuring everything stays on track by being organised and pre-planning lessons. My goal is to help students become the best versions of themselves by providing tailored support that meets their unique needs. I believe in creating a positive and encouraging environment where they feel empowered to grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential. I strive to be empathetic and provide students with the emotional support they need to feel understood, valued, and confident in their abilities.

Ange Pricone: 

I value and am committed to open communication and collaboration within our team to best support our students. I prioritize inclusion, integrity, and respect, ensuring that every student feels valued. I believe in creating an inclusive environment where students are treated with respect and their unique ideas and differences are celebrated. My focus is on working together to support their success and create positive outcomes for all.

Joanna Byrns:

In my everyday life, I am principled by ensuring those around me feel included, respected, and safe. I take the time to listen when others speak, offer support when they need it, and help them feel like they truly matter. By staying true to my values, I show to my students and those around me that they can trust and depend on me.

Karen Kermonde:

Being principled to me means treating everyone with respect and genuinely caring about others. I believe in being honest in everything I do and making sure everyone feels included and valued. It’s about doing what’s right and creating a positive environment where people feel supported.

Stacey Sanders:

I am principled in both my home and school life. I value respect, both for myself and for others and treat everyone with kindness and understanding, regardless of their background, perspectives or beliefs. To me, being principled means being accountable for your actions and delivering on your promises. 

Annelise Galea:

I am principled in ENPS and in my touch football sporting community. I make sure to understand the values and mission of each of these communities to align my vision and actions with the team. I love supporting my team mates, learners and team members and reminding each other of our values which are at the heart of our community. 

Brigitte Coulsell:

I live by the principles of integrity, honesty, respect, and kindness in all that I do. Integrity helps guide my choices, ensuring I stay true to my word even in difficult situations. Honesty shapes the way I communicate with others, as I believe that being open builds trust. I make an effort to treat everyone with respect, recognizing their value, and kindness is always at the heart of my actions, because I know it can make a real difference. These values are a part of who I am and influence how I navigate my day-to-day life.

Eliza Pitman:

Being principled is all about leading by example for the kids we work with, helping them see their strengths, and encouraging them to spread those values to others. I really value respect and try to show it to everyone in the community. In my personal life, I care for other kids too, teaching them the importance of being principled while also being understanding and empathetic towards how others feel and think.