Creating and cultivating positive schools
Martín Blank, MAPP, RYT
School Wellbeing Solutions (SWBS)
- Part 1 Creating and cultivating positive schools
- Part 2Helping students develop self-regulation
Show Notes
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01:21Key components of a positive school environmentThe key component of a positive school environment is the well-being of the adults within it. When adults are happy and supported, it creates an atmosphere where initiatives can succeed and students can thrive.
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03:00The link between teacher wellMany teachers are leaving the field due to being overworked and feeling undervalued, especially worsened by COVID. However, schools are becoming more receptive to addressing the emotional needs of educators, recognizing teacher well-being is crucial to student success.
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08:41Improving school systems for teacher well beingMartin's work shifted from student interventions to fostering systemic change via collaborative leadership. He now works with school teams, including superintendents and principals, on trust, safety, and communication, alongside creating conditions for teacher well-being.
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12:00Improving children's school environmentTo initiate change, parents should first evaluate the school leadership's receptiveness to improvement. If leadership is receptive, offer support through volunteering, providing classroom materials, and advocating for teacher well-being programs.
Quotes
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"Schools are more open to having the conversations that should have happened 10-30 years ago about the well-being of employees. Now administrators see that teachers need to feel good to adequately serve their students." - Martín Blank
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"If teachers and their leaders aren't doing well, then students suffer." - Martín Blank
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"Teachers often feel like they're on an island and they have no support. As parents, reaching out and offering support, words of encouragement to teachers, and service when you can, go a long way." - Martín Blank
- Part 1 Creating and cultivating positive schools
- Part 2Helping students develop self-regulation
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Part 1Creating and cultivating positive schools
Martín Blank, Founder and CEO of School Wellbeing Solutions, delves into self-regulation and creating positive schools. Educators juggle multiple roles, from teaching to providing emotional support, which can lead to burnout, ultimately hindering student success. Prioritizing positive school environments that focus on the well-being of both students and educators is essential to address this challenge. Today, Martín discusses creating and cultivating positive schools.
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Part 2Helping students develop self-regulation
Martín Blank, Founder and CEO of School Wellbeing Solutions, delves into self-regulation and creating positive schools. Without the ability to self-regulate, children may struggle to manage their emotions, control their behavior, and make responsible decisions. The good news is that self-regulation can be nurtured and developed over time by providing children with the necessary tools and support. Today, Martín discusses helping students develop self-regulation.
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