ReKnight’s Post

Boys understand respect. They just don't SEE the value. After serving 1000's of boys in Australian schools, we've learnt how to effectively train boys into becoming honourable men, where respect is mutual and intrinsic. Are you seeing the below issues repeatedly surface in your school? - Blatant disrespect & ignorance - Classroom disruption/disengagement - Lack of motivation, direction, and sense of purpose - Truancy & rebellion - Banter leading to bullying Early-teacher attrition is at an all-time high and dealing with disrespect can be exhausting. The go-to “fix” to these issues is often punishment, however, negative reinforcement methods only scratch the surface. So let’s dive a little deeper... These problems are often perceived as causes, but in reality, they are the effects. The effects of real issues that lie beneath the surface and will only worsen through negative reinforcement. We’ve traced them back to two underlying causes: 1) Unmet needs in the boys (as per Maslow’s Hierarchy) 2) Lack of intrinsic core values Does any of this resonate with you? Recently, we shared a powerful story about our work in juvenile detention centres. Imagine entering a room filled with troubled young men from traumatic backgrounds. Within just 20 minutes, these boys, known for their disruption, sat in absolute silence where you could hear the penny drop. How did we achieve this? Meeting the boys eye-to-eye - Instead of trying to force respect, we meet boys where they’re at. We’ve consistently seen disruptive young men become facilitators of deep discussions, simply because they feel respected & heard. Fulfilling their needs - We address the fundamental needs of these boys by providing a safe, connected, and respectful environment: effectively laying the groundwork for them to learn & reach their potential. Showing up as role models - At ReKnight, its in our DNA to embody strong values and clear goals, serving as role models for the boys. By demonstrating respect, integrity, and authentic connection, we inspire them to adopt these values. Your boys want to respect you, give them that gift. #respect #education #schoolteachers #teachers #principal #wellbeing #resources #mentalhealth #masculinity