Jeffrey Schillinger

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Thanks, Karen. It is sometimes tough for our students to remember that one or two negative events does not mean that they will not make it. Your strategy of bringing them back to their own goals is a good one.

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Time-Wasters

Thanks, Amy. A lot of folks name social media sites as their biggest time wasters. The nmost effective strategy I know of is to keep the sites closed until you have a few minutes to look at them when you are having a beverage and recharging. Those who feel they have to be plugged in constantly and respond immediately tend to be the most adversely impacted by social media sites.

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Attention Equals Retention

Thank you, Dennis. What are some things you do for the students who are performing at or above standard to ensure that they continue on the correct path?

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Attention Equals Retention

You make a good point here, Rocco. The most neglected students in a school ted to be the "B" students who come to class regularly anddo what we expect them to do. Great schools find ways to consciously catch thes students doing something good and recognize them for it.

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Developing a High EQ

This is a great way to approach our students. Thanks, Rocco.

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HABE's of Successful Students

Thanks, Ellen. What are some things we can do to help the students who do not naturally have these good habits to develop them quickly?

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Time-Wasters

Mitch, I do not think the "visit" is the issue. I think the issue is what happend during the visit. I make it a point to visit most, if not all, of the other managers every day to make sure we are aware of what each of us is doing. If I am not careful, we could slip into time-wasting activities during these visits.

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Time-Wasters

Thanks, Debra. Lots of folks have issues with social media. Turning off access and reminders except for during short, planned times during the day seems helpful to a lot of people.

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Prioritizing!

Debra, It sounds like you are pretty organized. Well done. What has changed as you set priorities in your new role?

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Time-Wasters

Thanks, Mitch. Lot's of folks have a similar issue. I found that staying off the Internet is easier if I make sure all the windows are closed unless I need to have them open for the task I am completing. I typically take a quick look at a few sites during coffee breaks and lunch.