Don't be afraid of your teachers! They are there to help you.
Talking Points:
- Your teachers are literally there to help you! It’s their job so don’t be afraid to ask for help.
- You need to advocate for yourself if you feel like you deserve a better grade than you received. That requires confidence and clarity.
- Be sure to speak respectfully, especially if you’re wondering if they made a mistake. A teacher is way more likely to be gracious if you speak kindly and respectfully.
Discussion Questions:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Who is your favorite teacher of all time? What made them so great?
- Why can it be hard for you to approach a teacher?
- Share a time you advocated for a higher grade and your teacher gave it to you. What did you learn from that experience?
- What does it look like to speak respectfully to your teachers?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
