Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Taking a Stand


In honoring Martin Luther King, my class decided to brainstorm key topics that mattered to them.  We discussed them and then they took a "STAND" on that topic by writing a poem.  We created signs and artwork that represented ourselves to show off what we truly believe in.  Check out the finished products!


I was telling the students that being a leader doesn't necessarily mean giving speeches to a large crowd.  You can be a leader at the lunch table by helping make sure the table is cleaned up from the messes.  You can be a leader on the playground by making sure everyone is included.  You can be a leader in the classroom by role modeling what good listening looks like.  You can be a leader by encouraging everyone to recycle.  

The best leaders are the ones who take a "STAND" on what matters most to them.  By doing so, you already have drive and passion for that topic/issue that leading is easier.  I encourage everyone in this world to be more passionate about what truly matters to them and then ...TAKE A STAND on it.  


No comments:

Post a Comment