The R+ Podcast

Head's Up - February Edition

The R+ Podcast

Show Notes

Summary

In this episode hosted by Greig Ewing, Head of School, Dr. Jason Rogers discusses the importance of feedback in learning and how it is embraced at Rundle.

He highlights the concept of growth mindset and the role of feedback in embracing failure as an opportunity for improvement.

Dr. Rogers also introduces two surveys that the school conducts to gather feedback from the community. He emphasizes the importance of open communication and encourages parents to reach out to teachers and administrators with their feedback.

The episode concludes with a discussion about the upcoming Spotlight Series, which aims to engage the community in conversations about important topics in education.

Takeaways

Feedback is a crucial tool for learning and improvement.

Embracing failure and having a growth mindset are essential for personal and academic growth.

Surveys provide valuable feedback for the school and help identify areas for improvement.

Open communication between parents, teachers, and administrators is encouraged to facilitate feedback and address concerns.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Spring Excitement

00:31 - Importance of Feedback in Learning

04:22 - Surveys for Feedback

07:12 - How to Give Feedback to the School

09:40 - Re-enrollment and Staff Appreciation

12:33 - Spotlight Series for Community Conversations

15:52 - Conclusion and Future Events

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