Sound familiar? When kids say these things what are the typical adult responses? I listed 9 responses below to help you respond in a calm and meaningful way. It’s not so much what you say as the manner in which you say it. Try not to personalize kids comments but rather move on to the… Read more »
“A life without purpose is a life left with only the possibilities!” – Gene Bedley
On the 21st of the month, the best man I know will do what he always does on the 21st of the month. He’ll sit down and pen a love letter to his best girl. He’ll say how much he misses her and loves her and can’t wait to see her again. Then he’ll fold… Read more »
Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark. Professionals built the Titanic. – Author Unknown
Character education is a priority in many schools nationwide. Congress even appropriated millions in grants for states to provide such programs, designed to promote community values in students. A museum in Pooler, Ga., outside Savannah, also took that message to heart. The Mighty Eighth Air Force Heritage Museum, which commemorates the sacrifices of U.S. airmen… Read more »
The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials. — Chinese proverb – Chinese Proverb
There are all kinds of reminders that a teacher can create to assist children in remembering what they need to do in order to follow through on their jointly created plans and agreements. You might want to review the steps of making an agreement below. 1. It’s critical to make and verbalize the agreement by… Read more »
“Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.” — John Quincy Adams (1767-1848), 6th US President – John Quincy Adams
Publish a grade level/school newsletter Respect Factor and distribute it throughout your grade level and school both to students and parents. The Respect Factor can include stories and interviews written by student reporters. Stories, photographs, cartoons, charts and award notification or contests may accompany the articles. Reporters can watch for role models of respect –… Read more »
He drew a circle That shut me out. Heretic, rebel, A thing to flout! Love and I Had the wit to win. We drew a circle That took him in. Author Unknown – Author Unknown
