Each day within our College community we strive to uphold our CARES values of Cooperation, Achievement, Respect, Enthusiasm and Safety. The PBL approach to behaviour and learning means we have clear and consistent expectations for behaviour which are explicitly taught to our students. Our staff work to establish positive classroom environments as this leads to a greater connection between our students and their education.

Many of our wonderful students have received CARES points this year, have been awarded their bronze badges and are now working to achieve their silver badge. Have you asked your student how many CARES points they have earned?

Each fortnight, we focus on one of our CARES values. During the fortnight, our expectations are taught and are regularly revisited throughout the year. When a value is being explicitly taught, teachers and students may discuss the following:

• What it looks like to be cooperative; how do I show cooperation at school? At home?
• How we can achieve to our potential; how do we celebrate success?
• Ways of creating a respectful environment; wearing our uniform with pride
• Engaging in opportunities enthusiastically and trying new activities
• Ensuring we are working/playing in a safe way; supporting the wellbeing of everyone.

Our values are not only a wonderful framework at school, they are also values for life outside school.

The PBL Team