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School and Community Relations
Beliefs about Education
I believe the following to be true:
The school and the community must be mutually supportive of each other in order to educate students to have the skills necessary to function in the work world and the community.
Statements of Personal Attitudes:I personally feel that:
In order for the school and community to support each other, I must involve my class in programs that allow them to interact with the community.
Observable Teacher Behaviors:
In my teaching, I will:
Provide work-based opportunities for my students, including job shadowing, internships, etc. In addition, I will incorporate vocational student organizations and bring leaders from the community into my classroom to speak.
Professional Role and Development
Beliefs about Education
I believe the following to be true:
Since educational techniques are constantly changing, it is necessary for teachers to continue their training and development in order to bring these benefits to their students.
Statements of Personal Attitudes:
I personally feel that:
In order to show students the importance of education, I must continue my own to set an example. It is also imperative to stay current on the latest technology and trends in order to relate to my students in the classroom.
Observable Teacher Behaviors:
In my teaching, I will:
Continue my education through graduate courses, workshops, and conferences. I will incorporate what I learn into my teaching methods so that my students will benefit from it.