The following is a 'Code of Conduct' for parents and care givers who wish to create a positive family environment for their children. I think it is important to note that many of the points established in the guidelines below can be applied generally to a range of relationships and indeed should not remain solely centred on the parent/carer/child dynamic. However some points specifically relate to dealing with school aged children.
- Actively show your son/daughter that you love them.
- Provide a physical home environment that is safe, warm, caring and supportive.
- Have clear boundaries and approriate expectations.
- Show a genuine interest in your son/daughter(s) lives - school, home, friends, work - but also allow them the right to privacy.
- Show a positive attitude towards school policy and expectations.
- Show respect, listen and be sensitive - seek to understand others point of view even if you don't agree with their point of view.
- Be honest in your communication.
- Seek to find positive and constructive outcomes from any conflicts that may arise.
- Challenge your son/daughter to do their best - encourage individual execellence and high self esteem.
- Be flexible and adaptive to the needs of your son/daughter.
- Be responsive to presesnt and future ideas, endevours and failings.
- Allow your son/daughter the opportunity to make choices for themselves.
- Allow your son/daughter room to learn from mistakes.
- Be an active role model - promote acceptable community behaviour.
References:
www.education.qld.gov.au/corporate/codeofconduct/respect_for_persons.html
www.readingtuition.edu.au/default.asp?id=724
http://www.virginiass.qld.edu.au/pp/Behaviour%20Management%20Plan.pdf
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