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Promoting
Self
Esteem
Breakfast club volunteers can have a positive influence in students’ lives
through simple day-to-day interactions. As the first point of contact each
morning, volunteers become a friendly face, and a caring role model that
students can turn to. Volunteers have the ability to encourage students’
self-esteem and help them realize their value.
Promoting self-esteem includes:
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Active listening;
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Clear communication;
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Statements using "I feel..." rather than “you”;
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Welcoming attitude and friendly SMILE!
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Calm and cooperative conflict resolution;
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Showing an interest in students;
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Keeping promises;
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alling children by their first names or making a clear effort
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to learn everyone’s names;
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Using humour and positive reinforcement;
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Focusing on strengths and positive attributes;
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Rewarding effort instead of outcome;
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Providing students with opportunities to get involved;
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Encouraging children’s goals and dreams!
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