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If teachers themselves don't respect hard work, then how will the students in the building respect hard work? You wrote about something, Lori, that I have been thinking about for a long time. Jan -------------- Original message from Ljackson <ljack...@gwtc.net>: -------------- Among our high school and middle school students, there is an alarming and increasing trend for them to be little one another for academic excellence, as if the image of 'school boy' or 'school girl' were among the derisive to be served up. Sadly, I see a similar sort of subtle derision towards teachers who excel. I have heard, far too many times, comments that imply that somehow the effective teachers are doing well because they get 'better kids'. Honestly, when I was in the classroom, I hear it enough to begin to self-doubt. Stepping out to coach helps me to see clearly that it was the qualities of self-reflection, drive and dedication combined with respect for kids AND not some magical class roster that helped me reach for more as a teacher. I am not saying I was or am perfect--but it is the reaching that separates professionals from employees, IMO. I am convinced that it is that reflective stance that can just plain intimidate others. Take heart, Elisa, and remember--we make our PLC's > where we find them. > > Lori Jackson > District Literacy Coach and Mentor > Todd County School District > Box 87 > Mission SD 5755 > _______________________________________________ Understand mailing list Understand@literacyworkshop.org http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/listinfo/understand_literacyworkshop.org