“Whatever It Takes”

Collaborative Opportunity for Teacher Assistants and Aides of VE

February 4, 2016Led by: Derek Warren

Did you draw the short straw?

Start With Honesty

On sticky notes, write down all the terrible,

defeating, and limiting parts of your job.

Without Looking…

Today is about doing what is best for kids. There are often obstacles (sticky notes), but our emphasis and conversations are on solutions.

Take a risk, share your ideas with the group.What is said here, stays here. Trust one another. Listen with an open-mind when others share out,

knowing that they have a different perspective that can add value to your work.

Norms

Learn about Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and determine how this connects to our jobs.

Develop common strategies related to servicing our students—November’s workshop (Darlene, Kathy, and Florence).

Overview of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People—connect to our work.

Problem solve various scenarios in groups. Consider needs, strategies, and habits when tackling these problems.

Why?Here at Village Elementary School, we:• •Foster collaboration to support teaching and learning.•Apply a growth mindset to be flexible and innovative in our work.•Have fun to create a positive environment.  •Work hard, giving our best in all we do to achieve our goals.•Are a student-centered community focused on the success of the whole child.• 

Human Motivation=Needs Met

Or…

Little Things Matter: Strategy Share

7 Habits of Highly Effective People

7 Habits Explained

Scenario Lens:

• What need might be getting attacked?

• What habits might help in this situation?

• What strategies might work in this situation (if applicable)?

• How would you solve this?

Kids Need a Champion

Next StepsGive the strategies and habits a try.Find time for group collaboration.Continue to be champions for our children!