In today's society success is generally measured in terms of achievement, including a child's success in school. Academic achievement provides one measuring device for school success. However, achievement in physical, social and emotional growth rounds out a child's feelings of self-esteem and sense of well being. Help children learn to be responsible for their own actions. Confidence Instill in children the feeling that they are able to succeed and meet life's challenges.
Motivation Work to motivate children to do their best and have a desire to succeed.
Caring Demonstrate to children that it is important to show concern for others and help others. Effort Teach children that it pays off to do their best and work hard. Problem Solving Practice decision making with children, learning to solve problems based on previous experiences. Teamwork Learning to work well with others is a prerequisite to many school experiences. Determination Teach children the importance of following through and completing what they start.