| In this case, the school is at a boiling point—as it faces possible closure due to low test scores. Both veteran and new teachers are overwhelmed, feeling that the role of disciplinarian has overtaken the joy of teaching, as teaching to the test has “sucked the creativity” out of the classroom. As compelling as this story is from the lens of the teacher, we also see the principal’s perspective and challenges. Discussion Questions:
- What strategies can Ms. Kopf and Ms. Hope (the two most veteran of the teachers) use to bring Principal Daniels to a place where she understands what’s happening in the school?
- Are there ways that the teachers, working together, can address the discipline issues they see emerging in their classrooms?
- What other supports can be offered to help the teachers?
- How can the teachers bring Mr. Diaz into the situation so that he can become more of a helping figure and not merely a disciplinarian?
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By
Anokhi Saraiya
TNLI
Affiliate:
New York City
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