Wednesday, 7 May 2014

Rituals that celebrate

1. March to the post office- students write a postcard home about a success they then walk them to the postbox to send them to someone. Home?
2. Student led assembly - a rich fair- Show case for student work shown, advertised. The whole school is present.
3. Moving on up- Seniors in assembly climb a ladder and stick a pendent on the wall with the name of the college that they have been accepted into.
4. HOW awards- each "tutor" group nominates a person who is most improved. Certificates issued during assembly.
5. Student nominated and decided award to promote desirable behaviours. Todays was the healthy living award.
6. Academic successes shared - courses passed etc
7. External awards - maths competition and car engine rebuilding contest highlighted.
8. Clap Out.   Following the completion of an expedition, the students who have completed it are clapped out from the school through a "guard of honour" by the rest of the school. This shows that students understand the investment their peers needed in order to succeed

Quote " we like using protocols, but it's more about the culture that makes us successful"


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