A reflective look at teacher mattering in Australian schools, exploring the gap between praise and real value, and what it means for teacher wellbeing, student outcomes and the future of education.
What’s the difference between belonging and mattering in schools? This reflective post explores why feeling included isn’t always enough, and how a sense of significance may be the key to student engagement, behaviour and wellbeing.
What helps students feel they matter at school? Cherie King explores how everyday teacher actions build belonging, connection and engagement in classrooms.
What happens when students feel they truly matter at school? Cherie King explores the powerful link between mattering, belonging, behaviour and wellbeing.