This week's CAS challenge is inspired by a word: SCHOOL.
Kids are expected to meet certain benchmarks as they progress through school. The benchmarks are heavy on the academics, of course-- more easily assessed, I suppose. As an educator, IÂ’d chafe under all those expectations and assessments, hoping that whatever the kids learn in my classroom helped them become self-reliant, contributing members of their community. And keep things practical.
Since retiring, IÂ’ve volunteered in a first grade classroom taught by a friend and former colleague-- an incredibly brilliant, wise teacher named Shari. She makes it a practice for kids to learn to tie their own shoelaces, and wonÂ’t provide that service for them after winter break. Talk about a benchmark! Kids and parents really get on board with this one, and each child celebrates meeting his or her goal.
So. Congratulations to all who succeed in meeting their goals.
Date: Sunday, August 19, 2012 GMT Views: 1830
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Registered: March 7, 2009 Location: Where the corn is knee high by the 4th of July Posts: 17498
Mon, Aug 20, 2012 @ 9:42 PM
LOVE this card! Love the lacing. What a neat goal Shari sets for her students. Kudos to her! This card also takes me back ... reminds of my step-boy's (except the pink) collection of stinky tennis shoes, in a pile in the garage, by the back door. Heehee!
Registered: November 27, 2009 Location: Woodville, OH Posts: 559
Sat, Aug 25, 2012 @ 12:05 PM
Wonderful card! Bet all the little shoelace achievers will love getting this card.... even those who struggle with the task of tieing shoelaces.... good incentive card!