After the placement exam, I was divided into the advanced class which was a new class. I couldn't help but cry and was reluctant to leave the old class since I had many good friends. I stayed in the dormitory and didn't want to go to class. According to Comber (2006), teachers who employ relational work would be responsive towards students, expressing their respect through body language and verbal messages. When Mr. P found out, I didn't blame myself for not attending class. Instead, he went to my dorm and told the director not to push me in class. He comforted me by saying, “I completely understand that you miss your friends and your old class. But the goal for setting up the advanced course isn't to separate your friends from you. The goal is to give your upperclassman the opportunity to learn at a faster rate and meet more friends who are at the same level as you. Therefore, you should be happy and try to make friends in the new class. You can always meet up with your old friends after class, you won't say goodbye to them forever. Instead of being passive, look at it positively and look forward. Try to get used to the new situation as soon as possible, you can do it." He took me to class and encouraged me to adapt to the new family. According to The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia (2009), educators should create a safe environment,
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