Teachers can serve as caregivers, moral models, and ethical mentors if they: 1.Avoid favoritism, sarcasm, embarrassing students, or any other behavior which undermines a student’s dignity and self-esteem. 2.Treat their students with respect and love by: developing the kind of rapport that leads students to be open to the teacher’s positive influence. helping them succeed… Read more »
“There was a time when the airwaves were a public trust, and the television code was enforcing it. People were worried about losing their licenses. Today, if there’s a real difference, the line is being drawn almost exclusively by the advertising industry. [If] advertisers are willing to buy time on shows with more risqu
A man should never be ashamed to own that he has been in the wrong, which is but saying… that he is wiser today than he was yesterday. – Alexander Pope
“I don’t think it’s the government’s responsibility to regulate what’s made, it’s the parents’ responsibility to regulate what a child sees or does. We took Nintendo out when we realized Tom was up to level five on Star Fox. I made the decision to take the Eminem album out of the house after I listened… Read more »
1. List 5 Ideas in everyday life which you can demonstrate respect. 2. List your Ideas in a priority order. 3. If you were going to give a speech on Respect what would the 3 main points be? 4. The teacher gives you a button titled Do you know what I like about you? What… Read more »
With a hug and a kiss I pick you up in the air you’re both in my arms but its my heart that you share. You’re growing up so fast all of the changes I see every minute with you becomes a special memory for me. Even though we live apart and there are certain… Read more »
The most important human endeavor is striving for morality in our actions. Our inner balance and even our very existence depends on it. Only morality in our actions can give beauty and dignity to our lives. – Albert Einstein
Gene Bedley has not only identified the seven core ethical virtues that empower people to live purposeful lives, he has also given kids everywhere the tools and techniques that contribute the most to making ethical decisions. Our schools and homes will profit from his practical and life changing ideas! Jack Canfield Author of Chicken Soup… Read more »
Do your kids need a crash course before the holidays? With all the parties and family gatherings this time of year, adults and children will soon be required to exhibit their best manners. But many parents will discover during the coming weeks that someone forgot to teach their children how to behave in public. Teachers… Read more »
FAILURE CONTRACT What do you do with the students who aren’t doing anything? They just sit there and do nothing. They don’t participate. They are not a behavior problem; they just choose to do nothing. John was such a student. He did nothing! First I reviewed his cum folder for insight as to his past… Read more »
