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Over the past few years we have moved away from rigid rules and systems. Instead expectations of and responses to students at WIS are centred on our values of Respect, Integrity, Self-management and Empathy (RISE). we believe that these key values are fundamental for the development of independent and responsible students. RISE values are woven through all aspects of our school life and their embodiment in attitudes, relationships and behaviours is a key element for every member of our school community. Behaviour Our school enjoys excellent staff/student relationships and high quality student behaviour. The aim of our behaviour programme is to maintain and futher enhance this through educating and giving them increasing opportunities to take responsibility for it. In general issues at WIS are handled through a restorative rather then putative approach. Restorative practice allows people affected by behavior to have a voice while at the same time giving excellent opportunities to "re-educate" offenders, rather than simply punish them. Restorative practice is the natural partner of respectful and empathetic relationships in our school and underpins our interactions with students. Guidance Our school has a strong emphasis on student guidance and support. This involves classroom teachers, syndicate leaders, and deputy principals. We have a Guidance and Wellbeing team that meets weekly to overview current concerns. Students needing further support may be referred to outside agencies. Parents are encouraged to contact the school with any concerns - before they become issues! Health Health nurses visit the school with the opportunity for students to self-refer. Home School Diary This supports our RISE value of self-management. Regular use of the Home School Diary assists students in meeting commitments, being prepared for class, keeping track of timetable, monitoring homework and goal setting. Students purchase it with stationery at the start of the year. Awards Celebrating student success is an important part of our school culture, and awards reflect efforts and achievement across all areas of school life. In particular RISE awards are presented to students who have excelled in meeting our school values. Research for the Stars awards acknowledge students who have achieved high recognition in sport, the arts or academic areas through effort and commitment.
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