Educators - The current catch phrase thinking outside the box applies to the classroom as well. Today's teachers must encourage the child to think outside the classroom. In order to fully support each child, we must also think outside the school. When we commit to educating a child, we make that commitment to his family and society as well. We must see each child as so much more than one small package that is opened during a 5-hour school day.
Teachers are such influential parts of a child's life.
Lesson plans must venture beyond the class room. Together, we can work harder to develop ways for others to become useful members of a supportive teaching team. Extend classrooms into the community. Utilize community and business leaders as volunteers. Seek support services and technology.