“Lend Me Your Ears: Great Speeches in History”, by William Safire (editor). There are numerous speeches that include character traits and values, by very famous people, men and women. –

The glory of friendship is not the outstretched hand, nor the kindly smile, nor the joy of companionship; it is the spiritual inspiration that comes to one when he discovers that someone else believes in him and is willing to trust him with his friendship. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Facing Adversity The mule fell into the farmer’s well. The farmer heard the mule “braying”-or whatever mules do when they fall into wells. After carefully assessing the situation, the farmer sympathized with the mule, but decided neither the mule nor the well was worth the trouble of saving. Instead, he called his neighbors together, told… Read more »

What are the benefits of people treating each other with respect? – Gene Bedley

Tom Landry Born in Mission, Texas, back in 1924, Thomas Wade Landry cast an unforgettable shadow along this earth’s landscape for 75 years. What a remarkable blend of diligence, creativity, and strength in leadership mixed with dignity, discipline, and quiet confidence in style. What a class act! More important, what a legacy he left! Like… Read more »

Now I see why powerful people often wear sunglasses-the spotlight blinds them to reality. They suffer from a delusion that power means something. They suffer from the misconception that titles make a difference. They are under the impression that earthly authority will make a heavenly difference. Can I prove my point? Take this quiz: *… Read more »

“You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.” – Abraham Lincoln

A Friend…. (A)ccepts you as you are (B)elieves in “you” (C)alls you just to say “HI” (D)oesn’t give up on you Elementary Schoolsnvisions the whole of you (even the unfinished parts) (F)orgives your mistakes (G)ives unconditionally (H)elps you (I)nvites you over (J)ust “be” with you (K)eeps you close at heart (L)oves you for who you… Read more »

One of the best ways to persuade others is with your ears

-Shooting on campus -Armed students -Suicide -Gang Fights -Homicide -Hostage situation -What to do once the police arrive… Verbal Suicide Threat: Ideas, techniques, strategies for educators: Listen! Show that you care! Get Help! Trust your feelings that this student may be self-destructive. Notify the counselor and/or school psychologist. Notify the principal/assistant principal. The psychologist will… Read more »