Jacqui Rivait Quotes on Education (4 Quotes)

When taught and modeled daily in the classroom we see that the core values help to reduce intolerance, harassment, bullying, teasing, and risky and aggressive behaviors. If we as adults are responsible and do our job as caring adults, children will feel safe and supported and they will enjoy positive relationships with peers and adults. They will know and understand what is expected of them and the rules and expectations are consistent. All of these things will help facilitate learning for all children and success at home and in school and their community.

The major reason children lie is to escape punishment. The chances are the more a parent or a teacher is harsh, aggressive, or punitive, the more motivated children are to make up a story to protect themselves from punishment.

While there are certain social graces or politeness which involve not hurting another's feelings if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all it is very confusing to children. The whole issue of honesty can be very frustrating for parents to teach.

Students will use these tools long after they leave school. We are giving them a life skill.