Book Review The children in the book had to think of a creative way to give someone a hug coupon. I have a heart pocket of these in my center for the children to give each other anytime they need a hug. For those children who would rather not be hugged by a person, I… Read more »
When guiding a student, there are several steps you need to take to make sure the student keeps listening as you outline a course of action. Step 1. Get up close and on the same eye level as the child. You can even kneel below the child looking up to their eyes as you guide… Read more »
Harvard Study The nation’s dropout problem is most severe in a few hundred big-city schools that graduate less than half of their freshman classes, according to a Harvard University study. The study, which included Cleveland and Columbus, found that the dropout problem is largely confined to 200 to 300 high schools in the nation’s 35… Read more »
There is great power in a resolution that has no reservations in it– a strong, persistent, tenacious purpose — which burns all bridges behind it and which clears all obstacles from its path and arrives at its goal, no matter how long it may take, no matter what the sacrifice or the cost. – Orison… Read more »
Singapore Values in Action! 1. A Role Model is for a specific role; someone we look up to, admire, respect, and hope to emulate. A role model may be a model in one area but not in another (i.e. a good office manager, but a poor father; a great athlete, but very self centered.) 2…. Read more »
“The will of the people is the only legitimate foundation of any government, and to protect its free expression should be our first object.” – Thomas Jefferson
In seeking to find replacement behaviors for children who are out of control be sure and check the things that are contributing toward the frustration/injury that s fostering the lack of self-control. Talk with the child and help them see you are confident they can regain their composure. Building their confidence is critical in helping… Read more »
The 92-year-old, petite, well-poised and proud lady, who is fully dressed each morning by eight o’clock, with her hair fashionably coifed and makeup perfectly applied even though she is legally blind, moved to a nursing home today. Her husband of 70 years recently passed away, making the move necessary. After many hours of waiting patiently… Read more »
Everything is always okay in the end, if it’s not, then it’s not the end. – Unknown
Teachers are looking for a partner not a pest, engaged but not obsessed, with a sense of persistence and patience. Partnerships require that both sides do their part. My Part: As your child s teacher you can count on me to challenge your child with well planned, highly motivational, intellectually engaging, and disciplined lessons. You… Read more »
