The Teacher Foundation (TTF) has long been concerned with the nature and language of personal interaction in Indian schools – head teachers with teachers, teachers with students and students amongst themselves. Authoritarianism and judgement pervade majority of teacher- student interactions in our schools. These interactions are often marred by harshness of tone, insensitivity towards others and a sense of inadequacy in expressing thoughts, ideas and feelings. Schools need to evolve a system, which fosters the ‘human’ side of student growth and development, besides the academic aspect. The Safe and Sensitive Schools (SASS) programme is a unique tried and tested initiative of The Teacher Foundation, delivered in two phases, across a period of 18 months. The programme enables and supports schools to be safe and sensitive, through embedding policies, spaces and interactions that are positive, constructive, nurturing and collaborative for all – students and staff alike. SASS also helps to put in place a clear listening and appreciation system. The school will also be enabled to develop a Whole School Behavior Policy that is inclusive, positive, caring and consistent for all students and staff. The Whole School Eco-systemic (WSE) model of Circle Time developed by Jenny Mosley forms the basis of TTFs SASS initiative. teacherfoundation.org/index.php/for-schools/safe-and-sensitive-schools.html
Posted on: Sun, 29 Jun 2014 18:22:36 +0000