The link below is such a great article. It relates very well to our school, and fits with Leader in Me pieces like leadership and student voice. The last couple years have seen changes at our school with how we talk with students, particularly with discipline. Some days are hard. There is a shift in mindset that has been required at times, and that takes time. As the article states: we see potential in all students, despite challenges that arise.
I wish you could have the Kindergarten teacher Tuesday afternoon, as she handled a disciple situation. She was discussing behavior concerns with a student, included the habits to help make changes, and giving patience and her time- as a plan for changes was made. The student showed empathy as he discussed the feelings of the other students, win-loss instead of win-win, with that specific language used in the conversation. More than just consequences, but also including social-emotional skills. What a change from past discipline! Very impressive, and so proud of both the teacher and the student. I can't wait to see that young man in a few years as a fifth grade student.
We have seen so many successes with the creative uses of people and resources. The growth of students shows it, both with academics and social-emotional areas:
7 Steps For Turning Around Under-Resourced Schools
Thought for the day:
No comments:
Post a Comment