The last heatwave is upon us as we look to the second half of the month. Soon we will be experiencing more mild temperatures and the end of the first grading period signifying 1/6thof the year. I asked a student today what their expectation of school for the day would be. The response was canned, packaged and equal what we expect of our students: Be in class on time, be respectful, and give it your best effort. I asked again and explained that I wanted his expectation of what he wanted. His honest response opened a frank conversation about what school is all about. Though our discussion may not change behavior, we at the very minimum we came to an understanding and reconciled our expectations. Maybe in this case the seed planted may yield something positive. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. Have an exceptional weekend…Go Pups! (cue: Nothin’ but a Good Time – Poison)
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