Hope Squad came and visited first grade and read us the story “Where Oliver fits” then we worked on a puzzle piece of all our favorite things.@PCSD_FV#RaiderStrong
Maslow applies to educators now more than ever. Leaders need to remember that when they’re talking about culture, mission, and all that stuff at the top of the pyramid... they have staff members & students who are worried about safety, security, and all that stuff at the bottom.
When seeing educators doing amazing things online-sometimes rather than celebrate their success we get wrapped up in professional jealousy (PJ). PJ is a real thing and it drags you down & stresses you out. Guard your heart. Celebrate the talents of others, as well as your own.
I remember my own kid consistently talking about the teacher who is “nice.” I know there’s more to teaching than being nice… & I know that kids need to adapt to and learn from all sorts of teachers. I get it. But I appreciate the teachers who are nice… & so do the students.
All the teachers out there deserve a great break. It won’t be a great break for all the kids, though. For some students, school is the best environment they are ever in. Their teachers are the most caring adults they are ever around. We can’t ever forget that.
If your students tell you they’re hungry, give them food. If they tell you they’re tired, let them rest. If they say they’re scared, comfort them. Be there for them.
We must Maslow before they can Bloom.
The best educators build connections with students and preserve hope. Our work is more complex than “relationships” but without relationships the other stuff doesn’t work. #TheTenMinutePrincipal
Kids go just about anywhere for validation. If you want to connect with a kid… find reasons to praise them. We all like hanging around others who make us feel good about ourselves.