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About Manners, Self-Control and Civility....

Most of our children know how to display good manners and self-control. I see so many acts of kindness among the children that it warms my heart and makes me thank God I'm a teacher!  However, I sometimes see things that remind me that 'good manners' and 'civility' don't necessarily come natural to children, and therefore must be taught.  Too often I will see a child yell in another child's face, push another child in anger, or step in front of another child at the drinking fountain.  I believe I see more of this type of behavior than most teachers because P.E. class is more active and emotionally charged than most - especially during a game situation.  I try to teach and model those things that make us civilized: empathy, good manners, self-control, kindness, respect, & Catholic values.  I also try to reward kind acts, just by acknowledging them.  I know you do to, parents.  Let's never stop setting high standards for our childrens' behavior.  Our children want and need boundaries and guidance.  When we show them that we care enough to guide them and teach them to "do unto others", they know they are loved and cared for.  It gives them a sense of security and shows them that there are things they can do, every day, to make the world a better place!       

 Kids!  Repeat after me.....

"I will remember that our gym is a Catholic gym where Catholic values guide us.  I will have a positive attitude when I enter the gym.  I will participate, try my best, support and respect my classmates and teacher, and keep it light and fun!  I will be thankful for our nice gym, my good health, and all the blessings that surround me in the gym, and everywhere I go!" 

Thanks Kids! 

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