It is from numberless diverse acts of courage and belief that human history is shaped. Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different centers of… Read more »
A staff development opportunity for teachers 1- Helps you identify who you are. Who you are determines the effectiveness of what you do in your lifetime. Activity: List the seven positive Character traits that those closest to you would describe you by. 2- Assist you in formulating your conclusions. Your conclusions are based on the… Read more »
As schools, families, and communities identify and list outcomes and standards for their children, it is clear that the list can not be complete without including values. Developing strategic learners and problem solvers always is included, but the inventory also must include respectful listeners, integrity and responsibility. Knowledge and the expertise to prepare young people… Read more »
Emphasize the importance of adults modeling values in the classroom as well as in their everyday interactions. Help students clarify their values and build personal bonds and responsibilities to one another. Use the traditional curriculum as a vehicle for teaching values and examining moral questions. Encourage moral reflection through debate, journals, and discussion. Encourage values… Read more »
1-Asking kids to play or join them in playing with others. 2-Being honest. 3-Listening to them. 4-Keeping secrets and promises. 5-Apologizing if they hurt someone s feelings. 6-Making your friends feel special. – Gene Bedley
I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live by the light that I have. – Abraham Lincoln
When things go wrong as they some times will, When the road you are trudging seems all uphill, When the funds are low and the debts are high, When you want to smile but you have to sigh, When care is pressing you down a bit, Rest if you must but don’t you quit. Life… Read more »
Activity Idea The objective is to help kids understand the importance and place of core ethical virtues in their life. The choices we make on a daily basis either contribute to our mission and purpose or our choices involve us in activities that for the most part are short lived. By placing 7 walnuts into… Read more »
The Story of Hellen Keller The Story of Jackie Robinson The Miller, His Son and Donkey – Aesop Move Over Twerp – Alexander, Martha A Weed is a Flower – Aliki Wiley and the Hairy Man – Bangs, Molly Mary of Mile 18 – Blades, Ann Katy Did It – Boutis, Victoria Wagon Wheels –… Read more »
“They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.” – Carl W. Buechner
