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| Students writing their rough drafts outside, why not? |
I have heard the saying, "There's more than one way to skin a cat" my entire life, as I am sure many of you have. Some may ask why I'm writing about this on an educational blog, but to me it is an innovative approach in my leadership style. When we are trying to come up with ways to help our students or teachers, we must be creative in our decision making process. The most fearful phase that we can say is, "We've always done it this way." To me, there is ALWAYS room for improvement. Even our best procedures, plans, lessons, or projects can always be re-evaluated to make them better. Why not take the time to explore other options or solutions to problems? The world is changing and we must be open to change as well. We as leaders can't sit back on cruise control and not take an active role in the success of all students, because the students lose out in the end.
Just when I start to think that I have run out of options, or I have been told, "no" one too many times, this saying replays in my mind. There is always a solution to every problem, it might just look different to some people. The moral of the story is, NEVER GIVE UP! Keep fighting for what is best for kids, and you will always win in the end. When you think you are at your breaking point, be creative and open to alternative ways to reach the best end result.
Always remember, that there's more than one way to skin a cat!
When you have an open mind and heart
the possibilities are endless!
xoxo,
LMR
