Sung To: “Popeye the Sailor Man” The morning has just flown by I bet I can tell you why Ever since it’s begun We’ve had so much fun Now it’s time to say goodbye… Goodbye (clap clap) Goodbye (clap clap) It’s time to say goodbye. – Author Unknown
I am honored to be with you today at your commencement from one of the finest universities in the world. I never graduated from college. Truth be told, this is the closest I’ve ever gotten to a college graduation. Today I want to tell you three stories from my life. That’s it. No big deal…. Read more »
1. Thou shalt not worry, for worry is the most unproductive of all human activities. 2. Thou shalt not be fearful, for most of the things we fear never come to pass. 3. Thou shalt not cross bridges before you come to them, for no one yet has succeeded in accomplishing this. 4. Thou shalt… Read more »
New Media Producer: Rachel Chambliss Bullying – it happens in nearly every school across the country. Both Illinois and Indiana have laws in place to protect students, and Kentucky has anti-bullying legislation this year in the General Assembly. But what does it take to truly put an end to bullies who can make some students… Read more »
Below are the thirteen character traits Ben Franklin worked on to improve his chances for success. Character Traits Self-control – be determined and disciplined in your efforts. Silence – listen better in all discussions. Order – don t agonize organize. Pledge – promise to put your best effort into today s activities. Thrift – watch… Read more »
There is more Teaching in school than Learning! There is more Learning in the community than Teaching. – Gene Bedley
“Every time you forget that character is one of God s purposes for your life, you will become frustrated by your circumstances.” Rick Warren Author of “The Purpose Driven Life” – Rick Warren
Character building making schools safer, Central Jersey teachers say By CHAD HEMENWAY – Staff Writer School districts throughout the state have adopted various character-education programs to teach students respect, responsibility and integrity in an effort to make schools better — and safer — learning environments. Just a dream? Not according to administrators and teachers in… Read more »
1. Strengthens conscience and awareness of the right thing to do. 2. Promotes respect for differences. 3. Increases personal responsibility. 4. Helps kids see how choices not only effect them, but also their class, school, and family. 5. Helps kids understand ethics and morality. 6. Provides a reference point for all discipline problems. 7. Facilitates… Read more »
2007-2008 Monday August 13, 2007 Kids that Changed my Life Tucumcari ,New Mexico Saturday September 8, 2007 AAE Values in Action! Washington, DC Alexandria, Virginia September 26, 2007 Values in Action Montreal, Canada Hampton Laval October 5-6, 2007 Discipline Strategies & Solutions Auburn, Massachusetts Auburn Public Schools November 13, 2007 Discipline and the Difficult Child… Read more »
