I had a student who accidentally spilled food from his thermos all over the floor in my classroom. I immediately went to grab paper towels and cleaning supplies. The student said, “Oh but Ms. K you should call the custodian. That’s not our job.” I stopped for a moment and smiled. I said to him, “When you are part of a school community it’s everyone’s job to help out when needed. We can all lend a helping hand and we should.” He got up and grabbed some paper towels and began to help me with the clean up. It was absolutely awesome! #StarfishClub #X
Five goals when defusing an upset kid:
1. Treat them with dignity.
2. Preserve your own dignity.
3. Keep them in class.
4. Remain a 2nd to last word person.
5. Teach & practice alternative behavior.
#thatonekid#edchat#edutwitter#teach
Teachers… 10 years from now, students will remember your kindness more than your pedagogy.
Principals… 10 years from now, teachers will remember your kindness more than your strategic plan.
When you look at most successful people, you likely don't see their journey, their pain, suffering, doubts, failures, how many times they were ready to quit. But they didn’t. That’s what made them successful. That’s what will create your great success. Don’t quit.
#Motivation
Be a reflection of what you'd like to receive. If you want love, give love. If you want truth, be truthful. If you want respect, give respect. What you give out will always return. - #KristenButler#quote
A6) remember “The windshield” is much bigger than the rear view mirror because in life I have to go forward. I want to glance back at where I came from. Staring in the rearview mirror will make me crash every time. #goforward#wnyedchat
As we move through the month of Thanksgiving, let’s not forget to give thanks to all of the Administrators, Teachers, and Coaches who are in overdrive every day for our kids. Don’t underestimate or take for granted the incredible sacrifices they are making for your kids.