imessages, social conferencing & disclosure

Question 1

steps of imessages

Answer 1

1. non-blameful description of what’s happening
2. discuss what you’re feeling
3. address tangible effects of behaviour
4. solution to the situation

Question 2

what to be careful of for imessages?

Answer 2

that the responsibility of your feelings is not being put onto students/others

Question 3

social conferencing steps

Answer 3

1. establish what teacher & student notice
2. name the problem and the need to solve it
3. understand the problem more deeply
4. generate alternatives
5. discuss logical consequences
6. establish an agreement to try

Question 4

what is the point of social conferencing

Answer 4

• increases responsibility
• increases our ability to see their self-regulation skills
• builds relationships

Question 5

other important parts of social conference

Answer 5

• mirror body language
• chairs @ 45 degrees
• open door / open yet private
• meet when calm ONLY
• eye level
• not behind desk (power struggle)
• have a plan in place

Question 6

steps of disclosure for child abuse & neglect

Answer 6

1. stay calm and listen
2. go slowly
3. be supportive
4. essential facts
5. make notes

Question 7

phone number for BC child help line

Answer 7

310 1234