What I Believe….

I have been tagged — and what a topic.  Thanks GeekyMomma for the invite.

“This I Believe” meme. Started by Barry Bachenheimer, the meme is patterned after National Public Radio’s “This I Believe” and is an opportunity to share one’s philosophy of education.

I BELIEVE……that no student should ever be denied learning regardless of age, sex, religion, ethnicity, etc.

I BELIEVE…….that a teacher should enjoy being in the classroom, love working with students, try to achieve a daily best, never stop learning…..and if not, the teacher should stop leave the classroom.

I BELIEVE……that a classroom should not be labeled as an achievement based on test scores.

I BELIEVE…….that students should have a voice but students should also have respect for the teacher.

I BELIEVE……that the classroom environment is NOT contained between 4 walls.  And should not be contained there.

I BELIEVE……that learning should be FUN, memorable, and life-changing.

I BELIEVE……that no student should ever feel that they are a failure, that the teacher does not like me, or that their opinion is not worth being heard.

I BELIEVE……in crayons, paint, manipulatives, clay, science projects, hands on activities, magnets, plants, pets, costumes, books, beanbag chairs, toys, windows, etc etc etc

I BELIEVE……that a classroom should never be boring — both in content and in atmosphere.

I BELIEVE……that it is okay to hug a student, to place a hand on the shoulder, to let them know that they are special, and to pray for your students.

I BELIEVE……in communication with parents, staff, administration, etc.

I BELIEVE……that there is good content in books — but content in a variety of other options as well.

I BELIEVE……that being a teacher is one of the highest callings anyone can choose and there is NO SALARY that could ever compensate for the time, expertise, and effort involved in choosing this profession.

I would love to hear from
Beth Knittle
Janice Steans
Kathy Shields
Judi Epcke
Lisa Durff