Unconditional acceptance is a personal priority. All students I encounter, whether they are attending class or engaging in street survival activity, know that I will not judge them. I do not look at where they are in their live, but instead help them look at where they can go. It is my passion for education and love of my students that has enabled us to strive beyond the extension of our reach. Successful education of 21st century students will require constant innovation.
Educators can respond positively to the needs of all students in many ways.
Teachers must begin with a passionate commitment to understanding and prizing the cultural uniqueness of students, diverse learning styles, and individual academic needs. Positive attitudes foster increased student effort and facilitate student success. The 21st century will require all teachers to adopt a 21st century attitude and teaching philosophy. What some perceive as a crisis should be viewed as an opportunity. Tomorrow's students will provide tomorrow's teachers with the opportunity to grow, learn, and flourish.