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School-wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS)
What is SWPBS?
School-wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) is a framework that brings together school communities to develop positive, safe, supportive learning cultures. It assists schools to improve social, emotional, behavioural and academic outcomes for students. Our school staff worked collaboratively to construct a mission statement and definitions and expectations that align to our school values where ‘Learners at Dharra are Respectful, Responsible and Safe’ and our final descriptions were chosen by our broader school community.
Mission Statement
Through SWPBS, we are committed to creating an inclusive, collaborative and supportive environment where all individuals feel safe, respected and responsible, and are empowered to reach their full potential. Through high expectations and a strengths-based approach, we promote social-emotional learning and cultivate a positive space that inspires everyone to be engaged, thrive and succeed.
Respect
At Dharra School, respect means showing kindness, empathy, and patience in our interactions with others. It is about being open-minded, mindful, and willing to listen and learn from different perspectives. We show respect by valuing others, embracing cultural differences, and treating everyone with fairness and equity, so that all members of our community feel safe, included, and heard.
Responsible
At Dharra School, being responsible means taking ownership of your actions and being accountable for your choices. It involves acting with integrity, being honest, reliable, and following through on commitments. A responsible person shows care and consideration for others, takes initiative, and is proactive in doing what is right. By being responsible, we help build trust, support those around us, and contribute to a safe and respectful community.
Safe
At Dharra School, being safe means being in a supportive and structured environment where trust, respect, and clear communication help everyone feel comfortable and secure. It includes having strong boundaries, active supervision, and following guidelines that protect our physical, emotional, social and overall wellbeing. Safety allows us to feel a true sense of belonging, where we are included, understood, and free to express ourselves without fear.
English - SWPBS Matrix
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Punjabi - SWPBS Matrix
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Urdu - SWPBS Matrix
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