Guidance Lesson:
We talked about his leadership style and what made him a great leader:
- He fought for justice, something that mattered, and what what right. This is called integrity.
- He fought with peace. He could've chosen hatred and violence. This is called self-control.
- He was a great speaker and spoke in front of large groups of people. This is called courage.
- He cared deeply about his purpose. This is called passion.
Then we discussed great teachers and coaches and people who have inspired us. What qualities did they have?
- A positive attitude
- Inspired us to work through challenges
- Were forgiving
- Had a sense of humor
- Were passionate about what they were doing, but also passionate about us.
Then I talked about how we cannot always be leaders. Sometimes we have to be good followers. We played the game of knots (circle up and grab a hand and try to untangle.) When everyone tries to lead at once, it is a disaster. How can you be a good follower?
- Make sure your leader is headed in the right direction. Bullies are leaders...they just aren't headed in the right direction.
- Keep a good attitude and do your task the best you can.
Then I showed this video and we talked about what makes Kid President such an inspirational leader:
Announcements:
January – LEADERSHIP
Announcements!
Tuesday 1/12
This month, we will be learning about LEADERSHIP. Think about the leaders in your
classroom. What qualities make a good
leader? What qualities make a bad
leader? Try to show good leadership
qualities and see what happens!
Wednesday 1/13
As we think about leadership this month, consider the
difference between a Boss and a Leader.
Great leaders inspire others to do their best. Boss’s are bossy and tell everyone what to
do. Try to inspire others to do their
best and you will be a great leader.
Thursday 1/14
John Quincy Adams once said, “If your actions inspire others
to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader.” Consider following his example and being a
positive leader in your classroom!
Friday 1/15
We will not have school
on Monday due to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Martin Luther King, Jr. was a minister
and leader in the African-American
Civil Rights Movement. He is best known for
his role in the advancement of civil rights using non-violent peace
marches and rallies.
On
October 14, 1964, King received the Nobel Peace Prize for fighting racial inequality through
nonviolence. In 1968, King was killed on April 4 in Memphis, Tennessee.
Martin Luther King,
Jr. Day was
established as a holiday in 1986. Hundreds of streets in the U.S. have been renamed in his honor,
and a county in Washington State was also renamed for him.
Someone once asked
King how he would like to be remembered.
He stated, “I'd like somebody to mention that Martin Luther King Jr.
tried to give his life serving others. I'd like for somebody to say that Martin
Luther King Jr. tried to love somebody.
Yes, if you want to say that I
was a drum major. Say that I was a drum major for justice. Say that I was a
drum major for peace. I was a drum major for righteousness. And all of the
other shallow things will not matter. I won't have any money to leave behind. I
won't have the fine and luxurious things of life to leave behind. But I just
want to leave a committed life behind.”
Martin Luther King, Jr. was an amazing leader; Consider ways
you can use your life to inspire others, too!
Tuesday 1/19 -
Wednesday 1/20 – Thursday 1/21
Mrs. Morris will be visiting Music classes today! We will be discussing LEADERSHIP! Think about qualities in yourself and others
that make a good leader.
Monday 1/25
William
Warren "Bill" Bradley is an American Hall of Fame basketball player
and former three-term Democratic U.S. Senator from New Jersey. He once
said, “Leadership is unlocking people’s potential to become better.” What do you think? Do coaches and politicians always show good
leadership qualities? How could they do
better?
Tuesday 1/26
This month, we have learned more about leadership. There are times in your life that you will be
called on to lead, but there are also times when you must be a good
follower. Make sure you pick the right
kind of leader to follow, or you could end up in trouble! It’s up to you to find positive leaders and
role models.
Wednesday 1/27
Being a good leader means helping without being asked. Look for ways you can help others, and don’t
wait until someone asks you to help!
Thursday 1/28
Great leaders never give up!
This is called Perseverance.
Leaders say, “It’s not a problem, it’s a challenge.” This is called overcoming adversity. Leaders say, Yes, I can!” This is called the power of a positive
attitude. Leaders say, “I may fail or
make mistakes, but I always learn and move ahead.” This is called commitment. A leader says “I will always do my
best!” This is called Excellence.
Challenge yourself to do your very best everyday and you will be a good leader!
Closing Remarks
Gosh this month got me thinking about the presidential candidates and how we need an inspirational leader who is positive, courageous, and passionate. Let's all step up and be inspirational leaders when life calls on us to lead!
