At St Paul’s I use respectful language.   ‘Stop, Think, then Choose what to do.’

In weeks 9 & 10, the students of St Paul’s have been learning, I will use respectful language.  Language is a combination of words, gestures and social skills that work together as a system to help us communicate with others. Language is the way that we express our thoughts, feelings and connect with others. Being able to communicate with others effectively is necessary for academic and life success. Teaching your child appropriate language is vital in their development of becoming a respectful citizen.

It is important for children to understand that unkind words will have a lasting effect, therefore we need to be careful not to say hurtful things or yell, out of anger or frustration.  When we are angry or upset, these are the moments where we need to stop and think, should I say it or not?  Will this make the other person feel good or bad? When we do this, we are able to then choose the best response.

Words are very powerful and we can still express negative feelings with respectful language.

House Cup

Each term, students are rewarded with tokens towards their house, if they are seen displaying positive behaviours that have been taught to them.  They also receive points towards the house cup, through Waste Free Wednesday.  

Therry house (green) are to be congratulated on their fantastic behaviour, they were a great example for term 2.