Read this article from Education Sciences: Young people have, in effect, had two years of normality taken from their lives by the pandemic—and for many this has occurred at a crucial time of development. Using the ASPIRE framework of Agency, Safety, Positivity, Inclusion, Respect, and Equity, this paper explores what has happened to adolescents in the UK and elsewhere, the impact this may have had on identity formation and establishing a meaningful sense of self, feelings of belonging and safety, mental health, hope for the future, and relationships. Students already facing disadvantages and adversity have been particularly hard hit. School attendance levels are falling, giving rise to further concerns about wellbeing. Referring to each principle, we discuss the options for responding in ways that support a more positive future.
ASPIRE to a Better Future: The Impact of the Pandemic on Young People, and Options for Schools Post-COVID-19
By Growing Great Schools|2024-06-16T13:56:00+01:00October 31st, 2023|ASPIRE, Whole school wellbeing|0 Comments
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