Read this amazing article from Salome Thomas-El who tells his personal story of teachers who made a difference in his own life. He grew up in tough circumstances. He says teachers are "saving Private Ryan every day." That influence is so important because it may be that the teacher becomes a mother, a father, a counselor, a life coach. His teachers (40 years ago) knew that failure was a part of becoming successful or students would become complacent. Interestingly, Salome hails the value of playing chess, for in that game, the player becomes the thinker, the mathematician, and the innovator. He promotes chess in every school for those reasons. This article is not to be missed. Absolutely excellent!
Making a Difference Every Day: A Conversation with Salome Thomas-EL. Naomi Thiers. June, 2013 Volume 71. Educational Leadership
http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational_leadership/jun14/vol71/num09/Making_a_Difference_Every_Day@_A_Conversation_with_Salome_Thomas-EL.aspx
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