Today we finished work on our first Classroom Pillar. Mutual Respect is a critical element in any ones success at school or in life for that matter. Students need to know they are appreciated and valued members of the classroom. We all want to be treated fairly and with respect. NO REAL LEARNING can take place in an environment where children are afraid to take risks. I'm referring to academic 'risk' not physical risks. I need to know that it's okay If I make a mistake. I need to know no one will belittle me or make fun of me. We created an Anchor Chart together that will stay in the room the rest of the year. We all signed it to signify that this is a community contract that we all shared in creating. Tomorrow we will finish up Attentive Listening, the second of our Pillars.Thank you
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