During the 5th grade team meeting I noticed Dena’s Moral Focus wall. I was impressed. Please read below for her explanation of how she integrates Moral Focus weekly!
As I travel for 03s and Team Meetings, I will be on the lookout for more amazing ideas of teaching and learning at its best! You might be next! :)
"My affirmation wall is focused around NHA's monthly Moral Focus virtues. My students draw a stick of another peer in the classroom and write an affirmation specific to that virtue on a printable template that I provide. For example, this past Friday students were writing affirmations to other peers highlighting specific examples of how that individual has demonstrated "Wisdom". Students may not comment on wisdom shown at specials, recess, or lunch. Affirmations are meant to highlight the greatest of work ethics, performance, etc. within the classroom. When completed, students cut the template out, I hang them on my affirmation wall, and students get excited to read their messages."
"I have implemented affirmations for many years now at South Arbor, and it is a great way to encourage students to recognize others strengths and positive qualities of one another. I believe this is also a great way to incorporate positive behavior reinforcement. The kids truly enjoy writing, reading, and receiving them. I love seeing the smiles on their faces:)"
-Mrs. Gyulveszi
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