Having Expectations for All Learners

High expectations for students is something that is very important because it shows them that you believe in them and that you think they can accomplish goals. Children will need stronger leadership to accomplish their goals if they are coming from a lower income family or if they are a minority. It is so easy for these children to fall between the cracks because many times both groups can fall into the minority category. Children who are from poorer families tend to come from a single parent household and may not get as much attention because their family members are working extra hours to try and better themselves and their family.  This is where having higher expectations can actual help the students in my opinion. The expectations can guide students and help them know exactly what they need to accomplish. The teacher can use these expectations to shape curriculum. Students will know what they are learning and why they need to learn it because they know what is expected.

            Expectations that are clearly set at the beginning of the school year can help create a positive classroom community as well. If every student knows and understand what will be expected of them throughout the year it will help your classroom run smoothly. I also believe that the expectations will help them respect you the teacher and help form a positive relationship between all parties. 

            A lot of children do not have positive role models at home and that can cause them to have a lack of confidence. I believe that have expectations and holding students accountable for their actions can help them build confidence in themselves. It will help them understand that there are things that they can accomplish and goals that they can achieve. It may be beneficial to start out giving students small goals that are easily achieved but it will help build their confidence so you can encourage them to work towards bigger goals.

            I will do my best to be sure that all students are able to make goals and that they have the resources and encouragement to achieve these goals. It will help make my classroom a positive environment and the results will show in the child’s achievement levels.