Summary

Shazad Ali shares his career journey in education, from volunteering to becoming a lead practitioner for behavior and setting up alternative education provisions. He emphasizes the importance of creating a sense of belonging for students and parents, and the need for trauma-informed approaches in education.

Shazad also discusses the referral process for alternative provisions and the importance of collaboration between staff, parents, and students. He encourages educators to never give up on showing acts of kindness and support to students, as it can have a long-lasting impact.

Takeaways

• Create a sense of belonging for students and parents in education.
• Implement trauma-informed approaches to support students' well-being and learning.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and students to ensure the success of alternative education provisions.
• Never give up on showing acts of kindness and support to students, as it can have a long-lasting impact.