Collaborate with colleagues to establish common expectations. Different expectations confuse students, especially younger ones. Establish appropriate consequences for students who choose not to meet standards. Holding high expectations for students leads to increased student achievement. Students must believe they can succeed before they take a risk.
Teachers are key to helping students believe in themselves.
Rarely will students choose not to succeed. Schools and teachers must create a learning environment of possibilities for students by believing in all students, teaching them in a way to promote their success, and committing to their academic achievement. Learn more about NSDC's Standards for Staff Development.