As educators, we must make the effort to know our kids. Showing children they matter and are valued installs in them the respect and importance people desire. In turn, kids will perform and comply with your classroom rules, behaviors and do the work harder and better.
In my coaching role, I go in many classrooms and it is evident, almost immediately, what teachers possess this relationship with their students and those they don't. The teachers who are successful in this have well managed classrooms in which you would like to stay. The others....where is the door?
If this is an area in which you struggle, begin now to correct this issue! It is never too late. It won't be easy but so worth it to make changes toward getting to know your kids and letting them know you. I know you will find the effort worth while on the other side. If you aren't sure where to begin ask a co-worker who has found success in this area or ask a coach to come and make suggestions and model for you. Use trial and error but just try!
Until next month.....
