Classroom Culture

It all comes down to these 5 in Mrs. Burry's Classroom:

Be Yourself

Think Big

Dare To Try

Never, Never Quit

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"When we as teachers recognize that we are partners with our students in life's long and complex journey, when we begin to treat them with the dignity and respect they deserve for simply being, then we are on the road to becoming worthy teachers. It is just that simple-and just that difficult." -William Ayers, "The Mystery of Teaching," in The Jossey-Bass Reader on Teaching

We will work to create a classroom culture of kindness, community and curiosity. I believe in working with students, not for students in solving academic and social challenges. It will be a wonderful year of growth as they learn more about the world around them and their place in it. They will practice many "hats" and I love creating a place where they can try on who they want to be. They will grow towards graciousness, kindness, hard work, and curiosity.