Comments/Questions for XV-pg. 16.
Acknowledgments, Introduction, Rules 1-5
About Me
- Kate
- I am married to a wonderful man, Bradley! We have a beautiful, 4 year-old daughter, Katelyn. We love to spend time together as a family. I love teaching! I feel God has blessed me with this opportunity and I try each and every day to put forth 110%. I feel I need to be one of the best role models for my kids and my daughter. I am not perfect and continue to learn each day. I want to look back and say (as Ron Clark did), "I learned, I laughed, and I had the time of my life."
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I found this an easy read. I found it interesting that he did not follow these rules when he was younger as evidenced by leaving the country without working off his debt and expecting his parents to take care of it. Even when he returned he did not plan on working off this debt.
When I read rule #3 it reminded of the 5th grade trip to the Ropes Course. The kids were taught this same rule and they seemed to learn a lot from it. They seemed like one big team wanting everyone to do their best.
Knowing that Ron Clark is such a successful educator, I was very surprised that he was so immature after graduating college. It made me want to read more and find out what changed his attitude.
As for the first five rules....they are great. I think the use of good manners is a lost "art form" in our society today.
Happy day,
Lisa W :)
The first section of this book reminds me of what I talked to my students about today. I told my kids that my number one goal for them this year is to learn how to respect themselves and others, young and older. Knowing 2 x 2 is important; however, I feel my most important job is to prepare my students for life outside of our four walls. I believe respect is missing out of a lot of households and we are seeing the effects of this in the classroom. I believe Rule #1 is crucial in the classroom. I know that I don’t always say yes or no and I do not always say ma’am or sir, but I believe this is a great place to start. I need to work on this rule myself. :) I feel implementing this rule will guide students in approaching situations in a respectful manner. I plan to begin using this rule in my classroom. I will let you know how it goes. Are there any teachers at Sugar Loaf that currently require Rule #1 in their classroom? Should this be implemented throughout our school? (Just a thought. Please let me know what you think.)
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