“You have two
choices, either evolve or repeat”~ Unknown
The quote above
simplifies much of what we do on a daily basis as educators. When presented with issues that we’ve experienced
in the past, we can either choose the easy route and “repeat” or customize a
different journey that requires us to “evolve”.
During November
and December, we have an opportunity to evaluate our missed opportunities to “evolve”
as educators. Many times our choice has
been to “repeat” the previous lesson, task, mistake, or pattern. However, as we move into a new season with
our students, we are also responsible for moving into a new mindset as
adults.
Consider the aspects of our
lives that are constantly on “repeat”. Are there areas in our classroom or embedded
in our routines that will allow for an evolution? If and when those occasions for evolution
present themselves, I challenge you to choose the opportunity to “evolve”!
There is too
much at stake when we remain stagnant.
Evolution requires flexibility and flexibility requires a willingness to
stay open to the process. As you walk
into your classroom over the next few weeks prior to winter break, look for the
limitless opportunities to “evolve” as educators.
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