Friday, May 15, 2026

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

P5

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Overview

This session is designed to deepen the understanding of brain development, basic human needs, and the impact these have on behaviour and wellbeing. Using a trauma-informed lens, it highlights the importance of positive relationships and connecting habits to support student engagement and inclusion. We will explore links between brain development, behaviour and wellbeing. It examines strategies to understand behaviour and manage challenging behaviour in the classroom and school environment. We will practice connecting conversations (to unpack behavioral incidents) in small groups, developing co-created student led behaviour plans, profiling staff and student needs and how to use this information to build a needs satisfying classrooms for staff and students. Participants will gain valuable knowledge and understanding around brain development and emotional wellbeing in order to promote positive behaviour and maximum student engagement in an inclusive learning environment. You will leave with practical tools and strategies ready to use in the school environment because Thriving Minds lead to Thriving Classrooms where both staff and students are empowered to succeed.

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