Beacons

//At our school we are learning to be the best we can be. To help us achieve this we are developing our school beacons. Here they are…// Thinking ** Clarifies vocabulary  Reflects on their own thinking and actions  Knows the difference between fact and opinion  Makes decisions  Justifies decisions  Is curious and asks relevant questions  Makes connections  Responds to new ideas and information  Interprets problems or issues  Demonstrates originality  Demonstrates creativity.  Is open to new ideas Communicates effectively using language symbols and texts  Uses ICT to provide information and communication with others  Understands and shares ideas in a variety of ways  Sets goals and reflects  Is self motivated and uses initiative <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Thinks, learns and problem solves <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Knows how to manage challenges <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Is resourceful, reliable and resilient <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Knows when to lead and when to follow <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Solves conflict peacefully <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Seeks support when needed <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Sets high personal standards Recognises individual differences and includes others <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Cooperates and works effectively with others <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Shows respect for personal needs, opinions and views <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Is supportive, respectful and encouraging of others <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Responds appropriately to others <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Cares about and contributes to our community <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Recognises and assumes individual responsibility to a group <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msoansilanguage: EN-NZ; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Is actively involved Takes part willingly <span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman'; msofareastfontfamily: Symbol; msobidifontfamily: Symbol; msolist: Ignore; msolist: Ignore;"> Is part of a community that supports and encourages one and other //Come back later to check out how we are going and what we have been learning!!//
 * Using Language Symbols and Texts **
 * Managing Self **
 * Relating to others **
 * Participating and Contributing **