Educ10 Mission Statement
Mission Statement
Alicia Bernard
EDUC 6610: Teacher as Professional
January 19, 2014
Mission Statement
A mission statement is similar to a road map; we have to consult it ever so often to stay on track or as a reminder of our purpose for accomplishing our goals. A well-known educator and author stated, “ writing or reviewing a mission statement changes you because it forces you to think through your priorities deeply, carefully and to align your behavior with your beliefs ” (Covey, 1990). It is believed that teachers who have a clear knowledge of their responsibility in the classroom are usually more effective than those who have no set plans. While viewing a video presentation on the ‘Power of mission’, the speaker explained that, …show more content…
My mission is to establish a learning environment that is conducive to developing skills in critical thinking and creative writing. I will also encourage my students to think positively and to aim high by providing them with real life experiences that will aid them in appreciating the past in order to embrace the future as successful …show more content…
When teachers incorporate humor in their classroom, it provides an influential method to help teachers to reach their goal (Kottler et al, 2005, p.17).
I will display this mission statement on my locker door, next to my desk so I will have an easy access to it, especially during times when I may become frustrated and feel like giving up on a student who may be failing my class and do not seem to care. It will remind me that my purpose is to serve and motivate others to reach their full potential. As Lee Canter explained in the video ‘ The Power of belief ‘, a high performing teacher never gives up because “they believe that all children can succeed”(Laureate Education, 2010). It is this kind of teacher who can make a difference in the lives of the
Alicia Bernard
EDUC 6610: Teacher as Professional
January 19, 2014
Mission Statement
A mission statement is similar to a road map; we have to consult it ever so often to stay on track or as a reminder of our purpose for accomplishing our goals. A well-known educator and author stated, “ writing or reviewing a mission statement changes you because it forces you to think through your priorities deeply, carefully and to align your behavior with your beliefs ” (Covey, 1990). It is believed that teachers who have a clear knowledge of their responsibility in the classroom are usually more effective than those who have no set plans. While viewing a video presentation on the ‘Power of mission’, the speaker explained that, …show more content…
My mission is to establish a learning environment that is conducive to developing skills in critical thinking and creative writing. I will also encourage my students to think positively and to aim high by providing them with real life experiences that will aid them in appreciating the past in order to embrace the future as successful …show more content…
When teachers incorporate humor in their classroom, it provides an influential method to help teachers to reach their goal (Kottler et al, 2005, p.17).
I will display this mission statement on my locker door, next to my desk so I will have an easy access to it, especially during times when I may become frustrated and feel like giving up on a student who may be failing my class and do not seem to care. It will remind me that my purpose is to serve and motivate others to reach their full potential. As Lee Canter explained in the video ‘ The Power of belief ‘, a high performing teacher never gives up because “they believe that all children can succeed”(Laureate Education, 2010). It is this kind of teacher who can make a difference in the lives of the