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New Perspectives on Counseling
September 4, 2023

Embracing Students at The Beginning of The Year in Schools

Embracing Students at The Beginning of The Year in Schools

Dear Educators;

Welcome back to a new school year! As we embark on this journey, it's essential to remember the profound impact our actions can have on our students. Our journey begins with a core theme in mind - "Embracing Students at the Beginning of the Year Regardlessly." Regardless of their potential and background, every student deserves a warm and inclusive start to their academic journey.

Building Powerful Relationships

At the heart of our educational community lies the belief that powerful relationships are the cornerstone of a safe learning environment (see the details of How Academic Window helps build a self-learning environment for more details). Academic research shows that students are more likely to thrive academically and emotionally when they feel valued and supported.

Embracing students, regardless of their potential and background, is fundamental to building powerful relationships. So, a robust teacher-student relationship is the foundation of effective teaching and is crucial for setting up a safe and supportive learning environment. We aim to ensure that every student feels valued and accepted from day one, regardless of anything.

A Fresh Start

Summer holiday is a period for educators to remove all their burdens and relax despite the challenges of the capitalist world's conditions and offers. However, we do not know the unique experiences our students had during this time or the dynamics of their relationships with their parents or guardians. Possibly, some kids had excellent vacations, but some faced challenges. As dedicated educators, we see the new school year as an opportunity to provide the support and understanding necessary to overcome disadvantages and foster emotional growth. So, It's our responsibility to provide the necessary emotional support to help them thrive.

Our Welcoming Behavior

Our commitment to embracing students encompasses several key principles:

Appreciating Efforts: We will appreciate our students' efforts and continue to make them. Every step forward is a victory worth celebrating.

Respecting Behavior: We respect our students' individuality and their unique behaviors. We understand that every student has a story and a perspective worth acknowledging.

Constructive Feedback: We pledge not to criticize our students. Instead, we will provide constructive feedback that helps them learn and grow. We need to use strengths-based positive psychological approaches in our relationships.

Trusting Their Best: We trust that our students will do their best. This trust is the foundation for building their self-esteem and confidence.

In Conclusion

As we begin this school year, let's all pledge to embrace our students with open hearts and minds. Doing so creates a welcoming and supportive environment where every student can thrive.

As we embark on this new school year, let us remember that our students are at the heart of everything we do. By embracing them wholeheartedly and providing the necessary support, we can help them reach their full potential.

I appreciate your dedication to your students' well-being and academic success. By being positive and patient and supporting each other, we can convert negatives to positives and make this school year a memorable and transformative one.

Warm regards

Hasan Ugur, Ph.D.

Hasan Ugur, Ph.D.

Founder/CEO

President at Academic Window LLC, Preventive School Counseling Services, SEL

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