Teachable Moments
Monday, February 08, 2010
Special Needs-Special Gifts
I recently watched a movie about a young man who was autistic. Despite the setbacks and criticisms in his life, he persevered and became an award-winning educator! There is also an upcoming movie featuring the challenges and triumphs of an autistic girl and her ability to invent a method to help round up cattle.
I just want to encourage each and every educator who is reading this blog to believe the BEST about ALL of your students. Yes, the special needs students in your class may cause disruptions and/or challenges. It is also very true that special needs students have special gifts.
I challenge you to find those gifts, those talents and skills that enable that child (every child) in your classroom to thrive and discover their purpose in life.
As a teacher, you have the unique opportunity to engage with your students every day. The lesson is important in your content area, indeed. It is also a powerful experience to see life's lessons unfold and students discover who they are and what they possess that will ultimately make a difference in the world!
Seize the opportunity!
I just want to encourage each and every educator who is reading this blog to believe the BEST about ALL of your students. Yes, the special needs students in your class may cause disruptions and/or challenges. It is also very true that special needs students have special gifts.
I challenge you to find those gifts, those talents and skills that enable that child (every child) in your classroom to thrive and discover their purpose in life.
As a teacher, you have the unique opportunity to engage with your students every day. The lesson is important in your content area, indeed. It is also a powerful experience to see life's lessons unfold and students discover who they are and what they possess that will ultimately make a difference in the world!
Seize the opportunity!