Staying Focused

After reading If Only Time Really Was an Issue   from , Jeff writes,

“You choose how to spend your time, just like everyone else in the world. You choose whether or not you ‘have time’ to learn a new skill, read that book, or be on Facebook for 3 hours a night.”

As a teacher, I set the tone for my classroom. My students watch me to see how I manage not only my classroom, but my life.

When I complain about how tired I am because I stayed up late (watching TV, hanging out with friends, grading papers), I am modeling for my students that a good night’s rest is not important.

When I complain about other teachers, I am modeling for my students that I am not a team player. I am not looking for the good in my colleagues.

Source : http://successfulteaching.blogspot.com