Lessons from the Front Row

What's actually working in classrooms right now —
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"All Behaviour Is Communication"? Why This Popular Phrase Needs a Second Look

"All Behaviour Is Communication"? Why This Popular Phrase Needs a Second Look

Published on: 10/07/2026

"All behaviour is communication" has become gospel in trauma-informed education — but is it excusing poor choices instead of explaining them? Here's what the research actually says.

Why Calm Corners Are Failing Our Students (And What to Do Instead)

Why Calm Corners Are Failing Our Students (And What to Do Instead)

Published on: 01/07/2026

Calm corners are everywhere in Australian classrooms, but are they actually teaching self-regulation? Here's why this well-meaning strategy often misses the mark — and what works instead.