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MINDFUL MONDAY BLOG1: Understanding Mindful Awareness in Education

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  The Science Behind Mindfulness and Learning The brain is pretty amazing when we give it space to breathe. Research shows that when students practice mindfulness, their prefrontal cortex – the decision-making command centre – actually lights up like a Christmas tree on brain scans. What happens in classrooms when kids learn mindfulness? S1 students during their Science activity with Ms. Dorothy Their test scores improve. Their behaviour gets better. And they actually remember what they're taught. One study from 2019 found that just 10 minutes  of mindfulness practice before a lesson improved retention by 23%. It's not magic – it's neuroscience. Mindfulness literally changes how information flows through the brain, creating stronger neural pathways for learning. The stress hormone cortisol drops, and suddenly, that math problem doesn't seem so impossible. How Mindfulness Differs from Traditional Focus Techniques FREE COURSES Traditional focus techniques are like forcing...

Powering Up Performance: Pointe Larue Secondary Teachers Team Up for a Dynamic Learning Session on Productivity and Work Ethics with Ms. Maryvonne Francis

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How can we maximise our output while upholding high ethical standards in our day-to-day work as teachers? Held at the Anse Aux Pins District Administration Office on Thursday, 8th of May, Pointe Larue Secondary are always looking to improve classroom performance. The school arranged a learning session with Ms Maryvonne Francis to aid in our professional development, emphasising work ethics and productivity. The occasion offered insightful information on effectively handling workloads, encouraging teamwork, and maintaining productivity and work ethics. Ms Maryvonne on the session about Productivity  (Standing) Head Teacher and Deputy Head of Student Support The session reaffirmed the notion that genuine productivity involves working smarter, with purpose and values at its centre, rather than merely doing more. The quest for greatness at Pointe Larue Secondary goes beyond the classroom. As a teacher, I believe in influencing young minds. The goal of the event was to equip, us, educat...

Pointe Larue Secondary Welcomes FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Team to Seychelles: A Celebration of Sport and Culture

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As students and teachers at Pointe Larue Secondary were ready to welcome three of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup teams to Seychelles, excitement was in the air. The competition is scheduled to take place from May 1–11, 2025. Italy, a nation with a significant beach football presence and a rich football history, was gladly welcomed by Pointe Larue Secondary on Friday, the 24th of April. A Warm Welcome: Combining Sport and Tradition: Students and teachers were holding flags that represented Italy, turning the arrival area at the airport into a lively centre of celebration. As the team came and was welcomed with applause and Italian music, the enthusiasm was evident. Students sang an Italian song, which showcased a confluence of cultures.  The welcoming gesture clearly touched the players, who took the time  to engage with students, responded by taking pictures together.   Apart from  Team Italy, our energetic teachers and our students arrived earlier at the airport, o...