January 12, 2018

Growth Mindset versus Fixed Mindset

Mrs. Brenneman is doing a lot of work in her classroom around the topic of Mindset with the kids and it is such a valuable shift in thinking. Shifting from the idea that we are either just naturally good at something or not, to actually thinking that anything can be learned with practice and patience. This week Division One also took time to look at the anatomy of the brain and created models.

To learn more about Carol Dweck’s work around Growth Mindset click here: 

http://yourbrainhealth.com.au/8-ways-to-encourage-a-growth-mindset-in-kids/

Water!

The fancy new water station is up and running. Students now have chilled, filtered water! They can take a sip or they can fill a bottle. Very cool indeed.