NVC IN EDUCATION: DIANI MONTESSORI ACADEMY

Vision:
Our vision at Diani Montessori Academy is to create a compassionate and inclusive learning community where every child is valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential through the Montessori method.

Mission:
Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment that honors the unique needs and strengths of each child, fostering empathy, cooperation, and effective communication. We strive to cultivate a sense of belonging and connection among our students, staff, and families, creating a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere where all can thrive.

Aim:
We aim to promote nonviolent communication (NVC) principles in all aspects of our school community, teaching students to express themselves authentically, listen with empathy, and resolve conflicts peacefully. Through NVC, we aim to equip our students with the skills and mindset needed to build positive relationships, navigate challenges constructively, and contribute to a more compassionate society. 

  aim.
To prepare our students to become compassionate, socially responsible individuals who actively contribute to creating a more empathetic and kinder society. 

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The trainer sharing nvc session on nvc and leadership. the participants consisted of both management and support staff.

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A facilitator sharing theory of nvc dance floor and relating the process to real life. 

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A fusion training both the management, support staff and learners during an nvc session
in this session, we had the opportunity to connect with what the learners feel when they are not given the opportunity to be heard. 

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A session on the four nvc steps.( observation, feelings, Needs and Request) going deeper into the request and what types of requests we can make. ( to self, to other and to others) 

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After the session on Leadership, the participants where sharing what on ( something that I am willing to do to bring the change that I long for in the school as a person)

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The facilitator is looking at the expectations of the day and harvesting the learnings of the day. 

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The session on changing the narrative and reflecting on what the students think about the support staff and vice versa.

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A session on Observation. Helping the learners to do excesices on self expression with clear observation.