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123 Magic – Part 3

18 July, 2019
In my first weeks working as Deputy I was asked to support a beginning teacher who was struggling with behaviour management. After observing a few lessons it was clear that he needed a consistent approach with clear expectations, accompanied by a more positive relationship with his…
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123 Magic – Part 2

4 July, 2019
Perhaps one of the biggest challenges for teachers is managing difficult student behaviour. Nothing is more exhausting than ongoing disruptive behaviours that inhibit student learning. This is compounded a child displays challenging behaviour at home and school. Therefore it is necessarily to implement a unified plan…
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123 Magic – Part 1

20 June, 2019
Management of difficult behaviour in students is best approached collaboratively by home and school. This is why I love 123 Magic as a framework for Primary School students. The program has been written for school and home, providing children with clear expectations and boundaries for behaviour.…
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10 Tips For Casual Teachers

14 March, 2019
When working as Deputy Head of Primary I managed staff absentees and casual covers. It’s not a glamorous job. But it is a very important responsibility for the smooth running of a school. Excellent casuals are incredibly valuable. I really appreciated the casuals who I knew…
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6 Ways To Manage Behaviour Positively

14 September, 2017
You might have vivid memories of a teacher losing it and completely belittling someone in your class for misbehaving. Perhaps that kid was you? Familiar phrases such as “What are you doing?” “I’m absolutely sick you” “I’m over your behaviour today” might help the teacher to…
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