What can we as staff do to help you feel a stronger sense of belonging and connectedness?
Semantic Map
This map visualizes student responses regarding how staff can help them feel a stronger sense of belonging. Each point represents a response, and responses closer together are semantically similar. Points are colored by cluster.
- A semantic map is a visual organizational tool used to connect words and concepts, helping students and educators understand relationships between ideas.
- The survey responses for each question are processed using an algorithm to group the responses based on how they semantically relate to one another.
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Cluster Summaries
Cluster 0 Summary (Foster Belonging & Maintain Positives)
Number of Responses in Cluster:
41
Main Themes Identified:
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Foster a sense of belonging and connection:
Students overwhelmingly express feeling included and connected, suggesting the staff are already doing well in this area. Requests for improved socialization opportunities are framed within this existing positive sentiment.
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Maintain current positive practices:
Many responses indicate satisfaction with the status quo, urging staff to "keep doing what you're doing." This highlights the effectiveness of existing staff initiatives.
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(Minor Theme) Promote social interaction (through events/activities):
While not as dominant, there's a small subset suggesting structured activities or events to facilitate socialization, particularly for those who might need additional support in connecting with peers.
Cluster 1 Summary (No Need for Intervention)
Number of Responses in Cluster:
14
Main Themes Identified:
Students perceive no need for staff intervention or action.
Cluster 2 Summary (Social Interaction, Reduced Pressure, Proactive Engagement)
Number of Responses in Cluster:
23
Main Themes Identified:
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Increased Social Interaction & Activities:
Students desire more opportunities for social engagement, including clubs, events, and informal activities.
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Reduced Pressure & Improved Support:
Students want less testing and pressure, coupled with more supportive interactions and patience from staff.
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More Proactive Engagement from Staff:
Students suggest staff be more active in initiating interaction and communication (e.g., asking questions, less isolation).
Cluster 3 Summary (Indifference/Satisfaction & Uncertainty)
Number of Responses in Cluster:
53
Main Themes Identified:
Indifference/Satisfaction & Uncertainty. The students largely express a lack of specific suggestions or concerns, indicating contentment with the current situation or an inability/unwillingness to articulate needed improvements.
Cluster 4 Summary (Stronger Community & Improved Relationships)
Number of Responses in Cluster:
48
Main Themes Identified:
The core message of Cluster 4 centers around
fostering a stronger sense of community and belonging
. This is achieved through increased opportunities for social interaction (more school-wide and inter-grade activities, open classrooms, group work) and improved teacher-student relationships (greater friendliness, personalized attention, trust, and understanding). A secondary theme involves
improving student engagement and well-being
, suggested through schedule adjustments (shorter classes, longer breaks) and a focus on inclusive activities that cater to diverse interests.