Why is wellbeing important for GESS?
Children cannot engage in learning or develop optimally if any area of their health is impeded. At GESS, we factor in the social-emotional wellbeing of our students when designing age- and purpose-appropriate spaces on campus, and when reviewing our curriculum and programmes. We also organise regular training and workshops for all staff, including non-faculty members, on the fundamentals of how to support student wellbeing, through mindful and appropriate behaviour as well as how to handle situations and issues.
How can a student seek support if they’re shy?
By normalising support-seeking, students feel empowered to seek the support that they need and embrace this as a regular part of school life.
There’s also a strong focus on homeroom teachers forming strong bonds with their students so that teachers become the most accessible, trusted adult for a student. Homeroom teachers can redirect students to more specialised support when needed.
What are some of the new approaches the school has implemented?
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