Students are what the job is all about. If I weren't committed to students, why would I still be here. I pride myself on supporting students by being caring, fun, disciplined and present for them. Every day I welcome students through the doors of the school to say good morning and I try to get to the doors in the afternoon to say good night. Our students (and all students) need to feel welcomed and loved in school. Some times this requires tough love by holding them accountable when they misbehave or don't meet the requirements of a standard.
Chosen Evidence
This video was created by a student in my Service Learning Science class that targeted physics standards at a level appropriate to students with learning challenges. I tried to make sure to incorporate the content but also other skills such as communication, creativity and appropriate iPad usage.
Robby's Newton's First Law Video
I start each class with a question of the day which engages students with me and builds the connections between us. This makes them more likely to engage in class even and with me.