It is continuing to be a busy time at school. A recent highlight for me, was appearing on stage with 6PS; in their assembly item about ‘Overcoming adversity’. The year six students did a great job linking their study of the novel ‘Wonder,’ with research about a selection of those who have managed to rise above challenges and achieve ultimate success.  

I was included as the APS therapy dog. The students explained my significant role, if you would like top to know more here is a slideshow about who I am and what I do. Please click link here . 

I now have a second home in the library. Students can read their books beside me or just sit quietly which I enjoy. I am also involved in an emotional support program with a group of students.  

Earn Your Turn is a new program currently underway across the school. It is a positive behaviour model. Every time the whole class meets their teacher’s expectations there is an opportunity to ‘win a letter’. When all eleven letters are obtained it spells ‘Please visit”. 

When all the letters are glued on to an invitation and presented by class representatives. Mrs Wilkinson then arranges a time with the classroom teacher for me to, please visit and spend a session with the winning class. A session with the class might include, writing, reading, maths, science or any subject that would benefit by including a living example of kindness and acceptance in the form of a cooperative golden retriever. 

I am very much looking forward to my first session in class and I will report back on how it goes. 

Until then, remember to wag your tail not your finger, 

Best Wishes 

Bronte.