WE DIDN'T START THE FIRE with Ben Shields

Today's Scenario: Over the weekend, a well-known family in the local community, The Smiths, who have three children at the school, are involved in a serious house fire. While everyone is physically safe, they have lost all their possessions and are temporarily without accommodation. News is spreading rapidly through parent WhatsApp groups and many parents are reaching out, offering support. The class teachers of the children are particularly worried about how they can support them and navigate the circumstances in class. GUEST: BEN SHIELDS (Primary School Principal with the Diocese of Ballarat) Referenced in this discussion: Trauma-informed practice. Further reading: https://www.mentalhealthaustralia.org.au/articles/news/trauma-informed-practice/