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  3. Posted · Edited by Madame Butterfly

    Nice to see you back,King. There was some talk that you had abandoned this site.

     

     

     

     

    :lol: :dude: :lol:

     

    I see his "profile" says he is here nightly Kor. Those talking obviously don't do the leg work to verify their idle gossip. Perhaps the focus should be on why is he here and not posting or not able to post. :wink2:

     

    ""There are persons who, when they cease to shock us, cease to interest us. ~F.H. Bradley, Aphorisms'''

  4. Posted · Edited by Madame Butterfly

    Wow UA, I'm so sorry you had to go through this. :inlove::flowers:

     

    You are my second net friend from the UK who went through this type of bullying and kept it to themselves for years.

     

    You asked for discussion on bullying.

     

    It still happens.

     

    In my community they've established something called "social problem solving skills" program, which starts the children off at Kindgergarten at learning actively what is appropriate behavior and in learning how to handle difficulties with fellow students.

     

    If they can't solve it, they are taught to get an adult involved. Every school has a social worker and a psychologist in school to help with these situations, and also with those students who need this type of mentor, and in helping diagnose LD.

     

    I know from first hand experience that it takes some of these students until they are 10 or even 14 before they are strong enough to stand up for themselves, and the skills are automatic because they are relearned, and built upon year after year.

     

    IT doesn't mean bullying isn't gone. But I felt grateful that the students have adults and a method being taught to them that can help them feel less alone and empowered.

     

    I won't list everything they teach, but here's their "blurb" on it in general terms.

     

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    Character Education?

     

    What does it mean to be a person of good character? Ask different people and you will get different answers. Throughout the school year, we will be hearing more and more about Character Education. In the last several years Character Education has found its place in our society, as most Americans want their children to grow and develope into ethical and virtous adults. We know that children are not born with traits such as trustworthiness, responsibility, empathy and respect for the must be taught, modeled, and practiced at home, in school and in the community at large. One important role of parents and educators is to help the children grow and develop into adults who demonstrate good character.

     

    The mission of -censored- is to educate student swho have the competence and characater to excel in the global community as responsible citizens and life-long learners...in partnership with our families and communtiy. To that end, we will be requesting your input through parent meetings, surveys and informational mailings throughout the school year on what character attributes we as a learning community will focus on.

     

    One common thread that runs through all successful character education models is the importance of partnering with parents and the community at large to help children understand what it means to be a person of character and why being a person of character will help them excel in the global community.

     

    Character Education is not designed to be a new concept taught at 1 45 pm twice a week, but rather a plan to be more deliberate about what we are doing everyday in the classroom to promote character and weaving it tightly into the existing curriculum.

     

     

    Respect: Respect is showing high regard for self, others, property, authority, and country. A respectful person is polite and uses appropriate language and tone of voice. They understand that all people have value as human beings.

     

    Trustworthiness: Trustworthiness is being honest, telling the truth, keeping promises and being loyal so people can trust you. Trustworthy people don't lie, cheat or steal. They have integrity and moral courage to do the right thing and stand up for their beliefs even when it is hard to do so.

     

    Independence: Independence is the ability to think and act for oneself. Independent people think and act in away that does not interfere with the rights of others. They are self starters and try new tasks.

     

    Responsibility:Responsibility is doing what you are supposed to do. Responsible people think ahead, set reasonable goals and control their tempers. They are accountable for the consequences of their choices; they don't blame others for their mistakes.

     

    Caring: Caring is being kind, helpful and generous to everyone. Caring people are not selfish: they are considerate and always thinka bout how their conduct affects others. They have compassion and empathy; they care about how others feel and they are forgiving. They do good deeds without thought of reward.

     

    Citizenship: Citizenship is doing one's share to help make your family and community a better place. Good citizens are good neighbors; they cooperate with others obey laws and rules, protect the environment and respect authority.

     

    Cooperation: Cooperation is working together willingly with a common purpose. Cooperative people listen to others' opinions. They do their part to complete the group task. Cooperative people work together to accomplish shared goals.

  7. Posted

    Not a huge fan of hot dogs. Only at the ball park really and then with mustard and ketchup.

     

    Hamburgers.

     

    American cheese, very thick slice.

    Ketchup

    Mustard

    Mayonaisse [real mayo, not that cruddy Miracle Whip stuff :flowers:]

    Red Onion

     

    And sometimes, if I'm really in the mood I'll put alfalfa sprouts on it.

  22. Posted · Edited by Madame Butterfly

    I love rain.

     

    Mostly I love the smells associated with rain.

     

    The smell of the dirt.

     

    I love the sound of rain on the roof when falling asleep, and on a camper it sounds like ping pong balls.

     

    No, I don't like it on a tent Odo!! I did the whole west side of the mitten in the Autumn one year and it rained every day! I was soaked!