More than just a cheesy (albeit catchy!) 80’s song, “don’t stop believing” should be every teacher’s mantra.

• Believe that children have unlimited potential.
• Believe that challenging behavior is an unmet need,  not an act of defiance.
• Believe that meaningful change takes time and consistent effort.
• Believe that every interaction is a choice to either make a moment, or break a spirit.
• Believe in yourself — and in every child who’s relying on you to be his role model.