This is something that was in the Delta Kappa Gamma newsletter for this month. Hope you enjoy!
Are you a Mean Teacher?
By Laura M Staunton, New Jersey and Barb Erickson, Michigan
A MEAN teacher insists that each student do the best
s/he is capable of doing.
A MEAN teacher insists that students hand in their
assignments on time and takes off points for late
assignments.
A MEAN teacher does not accept incomplete
assignments.
A MEAN teacher requires each student to think carefully
and to make her/his own decisions.
A MEAN teacher holds each student responsible for
her/his own behavior.
A MEAN teacher makes students keep the classroom,
themselves, and their belongings neat and clean.
A MEAN teacher does not allow free time in class until
all class-work is done.
A MEAN teacher gives homework regularly, sometimes
even on weekends.
A MEAN teacher calls on students who don't raise their
hands to answer questions.
A MEAN teacher requires all students to treat each
other with respect.
A MEAN teacher makes life miserable for students by
insisting that they always tell the truth.
A MEAN teacher produces students who are respectful,
responsible, and successful.
THE WORLD NEEDS MORE MEAN* TEACHERS!
*(MEAN= Making Excellence A Necessity)
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