Was there a particular component that struck a chord with your class?
The Circle of Influence Map and trusted adult activities resonated most. Students loved discovering the stories behind the values passed down to them and felt genuinely connected to the people who support them.
Have you noticed change in your students confidence in the classroom?
How did the kit improve self awareness with your students?
Building on self awareness
How has this the kit influenced the way in which students speak to each other?
Students now use more positive, respectful language and are more aware of how their words affect others. The Rise & Shine routines and strengths tracking have helped them acknowledge one another’s resilience and encourage each other more.
Were you surprised at the role media plays in the wellbeing of your students?
Were you / your students surprised by the responses to your statistical inquiry?
Yes
Which response stood out most?
Students were especially surprised by how many adults in their lives avoid photos, speak negatively about their bodies, or follow appearance-based social media accounts. Many hadn’t realised how common this behaviour is.
How impactful were the Dove Self Esteem project videos for students?
Have your students continued to independently use the Daily Check In / Rise & Shine wall?
No
What is the legacy this kit will leave behind on your learners?
Students now have a clearer sense of their strengths, trusted adults, and positive daily habits that build resilience. The shared language around self-awareness, self-respect, and self-belief will continue shaping how they support themselves and each other.