Well‑Being & Flourishing
What is well‑being?
Well‑being is the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
What are the three layers of care?
Self‑care, community care, and professional care.
What helps foster a sense of community?
Activities like morning meetings and team‑building.
What is classroom management?
The skills and techniques used to keep students organized, on task, and productive.
What is one benefit of punitive approaches?
They can lead to immediate compliance.
What does it mean to “flourish”?
To flourish means to grow or develop in a healthy way because you are in a favorable environment
What is the purpose of building a strong classroom community?
It supports students as people and learners by creating connection and belonging.
Why is an organized classroom important?
It creates a calm, inviting atmosphere that supports student focus.
Why is positive reinforcement important?
It builds motivation, confidence, and encourages good behavior.
What is one disadvantage of punitive approaches?
They can cause emotional stress or hurt.
What are the three parts of flourishing?
Feeling well, being well, and functioning well.
Why is acknowledging challenges important?
It shows students they are seen and supported during difficult times.
What is the benefit of flexible seating?
It accommodates different learning styles and comfort levels.
Why should teachers avoid power struggles?
Power struggles escalate situations and can make students feel threatened.
How can punitive approaches harm relationships?
They reduce trust between teachers and students.
What is the goal of educators regarding student well‑being
The goal is to help students flourish by supporting their mental health and creating positive learning environments
What can teachers offer when students face well‑being challenges?
Accommodations like extensions, alternative participation options, or small‑group processing activities
How does student voice improve classroom climate?
It empowers students and makes them feel valued
What is one reason a student might show challenging behavior?
They may lack social skills or feel overstimulated.
What is restorative justice?
An approach that repairs harm through dialogue and accountability. [lo 6 | PDF]
Why is well‑being important in a classroom?
Students with good well‑being are more likely to learn effectively, build relationships, and feel safe in the school environment.
Does a teacher need to say the “perfect” thing when acknowledging a challenge?
No—saying something is better than saying nothing
Why should teachers model positive behavior?
Students learn kindness, empathy, and respect through teacher example.
Why is building rapport important?
Strong relationships make students more willing to cooperate and communicate.
What is a positive intervention?
A strategy that teaches and reinforces positive behavior instead of punishing negative behavior.