My Self Portrait

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Across
  1. 5. A classroom filled with encouragement and uplifting language.
  2. 6. - Learning always begins with the needs and strengths of the child.
  3. 7. Creating momentum from where students are to where they can be.
  4. 9. Grounded in research and proven strategies.
  5. 10. Encouraging deep thinking, not surface answers
  6. 14. The foundation of a strong classroom community.
  7. 15. Strength built through belief and support.
  8. 16. Built intentionally with families, colleagues and students.
  9. 18. Focussing on the journey, not the end result
  10. 19. Constantly thinking about what worked and what can improve.
Down
  1. 1. Instruction guided by evidence, not guesswork.
  2. 2. Giving learners the belief that they can.
  3. 3. Encouraging ownership and independence in learning.
  4. 4. Holding students to ambitious standards because you believe in them.
  5. 8. A little laughter makes learning memorable.
  6. 10. Pushing learners beyond comfort zones safely.
  7. 11. Something earned, protected and never taken lightly.
  8. 12. Always absorbing new ideas and professional learning.
  9. 13. Asking questions and modelling wonder
  10. 17. Ensuring students help shape their learning journey.