Weekly Reflection Questions

Here’s a streamlined set of weekly reflection questions designed for educators to use quickly—whether during team check-ins, solo journaling, or embedded in documentation cycles. They’re emotionally intelligent, trauma-informed, and adaptable across age groups and settings.

Practice & Pedagogy

What moment of authentic child voice stood out this week?
Which strategy or resource felt most effective—and why?
Did I adapt anything to better support trauma-informed practice?

Relationships & Communication

How did I foster emotional safety for children and colleagues?
Was there a conversation that shifted my perspective?
What feedback (verbal or nonverbal) did I receive from children?

Environment & Engagement

What part of the environment sparked curiosity or calm?
Did I notice any barriers to inclusion or engagement?
How did I respond to spontaneous learning moments?

Well-being & Self-Awareness

What restored my energy this week?
When did I feel most connected to my purpose?
What boundary or support do I need moving forward?

Compliance & Reflection

Did any documentation or policy need revisiting?
Were there any gaps in ratio, supervision, or safety I should flag?
What advocacy opportunity emerged from this week’s practice?

Leadership & Growth

What leadership moment—big or small—did I lean into this week?
How did I support a colleague’s growth or well-being?
What insight or challenge expanded my thinking as an educator?
Is there a policy, practice, or resource I feel called to improve?
What advocacy thread emerged that I want to follow up on?