{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 20: Making Schools More Relational","description":" \u201cCompliance-based approaches in education have not worked so we need a more relational focus.\u201d A Quick Summary In this episode of 'Where's Your Head at?', hosts Richard Henry, James Dalziel, and James McDonald engage in a thought-provoking conversation with educational consultant, Sue Chandler.  With over 30 years of experience, Sue discusses her pivotal career moments and the importance of integrating wellbeing into school systems. The discussion explores the challenges and benefits of moving from compliance-based approaches to a more relational focus in education, addressing both student and staff wellbeing. Highlights include practical strategies for leaders to improve school culture and wellbeing, differences in generational expectations, and the significance of empathetic communication.  The episode is a valuable resource for educators and leaders committed to fostering a thriving educational environment. We hope you enjoy this episode of WYHA, voted the number 7 international education podcast according to Feedspot. https:\/\/podcast.feedspot.com\/international_education_podcasts\/ Key Highlights: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:47 Meet the Hosts and Updates 02:38 Introducing Sue Chandler 04:15 Sue Chandler's Career Journey 06:35 Current Trends in Education 10:41 Staff Wellbeing Strategies 17:02 Generational Differences in Education 19:03 Behavior Management in Schools 23:28 Practical Tips for School Leaders 29:09 Sue Chandler's Recommendations 32:06 Conclusion and Contact Information   Bio Sue has over 30 years\u2019 experience in teaching, educational leadership, counselling, coaching, conflict resolution, professional supervision, training and workplace health and wellbeing design. She has presented workshops on her wellbeing design concepts at state, national and international conferences.  Sue has been a guest on several podcasts, including the \u2018Pioneers of Positive Education\u2019, \u2018Flourishing at Schools\u2019 podcast series and the \u2018Wonders of Wellbeing\u2019. Having led the strategic design, project planning and implementation of a whole school wellbeing framework at a large independent school,  Sue brings a wealth of experience to her consultancy business, Transformative Schools.  Her mission is to help schools drive positive and transformational change through the integration of the science of wellbeing into whole school systems. Show notes created by https:\/\/podium.page   ","author_name":"WHERE'S YOUR HEAD AT?","author_url":"https:\/\/education2morrow.com\/","html":"