He might even make it this term.
If I can get through to this kid, I am a winner, no matter what any administrator thinks. (Problem Boy cut math most of last year.)
The rantings of a teacher who retired from the classroom but not from education.
Monday, November 22, 2010
And On A More Positive Note
He might even make it this term.
If I can get through to this kid, I am a winner, no matter what any administrator thinks. (Problem Boy cut math most of last year.)
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Congratulations! Sometimes it's baby steps, and not necessarily the steps that admin wants, that make the biggest difference of all.
He will eventually get there. Problem Boy is already beginning to trust you.
I have always learned that humor goes a long way when working with difficult students. This is what got me through my leave replacement when I worked with emotionally disturbed students. Humor was the ice breaker that broke the camel's back in these situations, and I had tons of them.
Well, the LA Times might not think teachers like you are effective, but it's not always about test results--it's about personal growth too.
Congrats :)
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