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Moments to remember...

12/5/2013

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"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."
Our project with Miskin Primary School began almost a year ago. We have had the pleasure of joining the staff on their journey of 'designing for literacy learning', facilitating a mixture of INSET days, twilight sessions, design/development days and embedded CPD in the classrooms. 

The majority of our time this month has been spent in Miskin Primary and we have many moments to remember. 

On leaving the school late one evening, we reflected on the sense of community that was apparent between staff and children. There was a genuine desire to improve the lives and learning of every individual child, recognising that each had a different starting point. This was echoed around the school,  by children and adults. Learners (of all ages) were concerned about how they could each take their 'next step'. 

In the often stressful climate of educational accountability, data and reaching expected standards, the underlying importance of feeling valued, respected and 'liked' can sometimes be overlooked. Relationships are essential. The culture and mindset of a community can have a huge impact on its success and effectiveness. 

We asked the staff to watch the following TEDtalks video clip: 'Every Kid Needs A Champion' by Rita Pierson. The discussions that followed resulted in a unanimous agreement -  the principles she speaks about so passionately are actually right for every age learner…and we are all learners. Take a look - it is worth spending 7 minutes listening to Rita Pierson. 
We'd like to publicly 'thank' the staff and children of Miskin Primary for welcoming us into their school community - it has made a real difference to the project. 
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Andrew Pearce
Creator of Single Steps Learning
Trainer, Consultant, Designer, Learner, Teacher

0772 555 2093
andrew.singlestepslearning@gmail.com
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0772 555 2173
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