From the Principal’s Desk
Teaching is all about relationships.
This is one of the very first things I learned in college. Honestly, it was probably THE MOST important thing I learned in college. Teachers must build and establish relationships with each student. Positive teacher-student relationships are fundamental, if not crucial, to a student’s success. When students feel supported and loved, they are more likely to be better engaged in their learning which will lead to better academic outcomes.
These positive relationships will also create positive interactions and lessen any behavioral problems.
These positive relationships also provide students with a sense of security, safety, and trust. If a student trusts his/her teacher, then he/she will be more likely to try something new and step out of his/her comfort zone. There are long-lasting implications that are created by a positive teacher-student relationship.
It impacts the student’s academic and social development. I have been in education for almost 30 years and I LOVE it when former students come to see me and share a memory.
It really does make your heart smile. These positive relationships are also beneficial to the teacher.
Positive relationships also build motivation. Positive relationships are built from positive interactions. These interactions actually have a powerful effect on the brain.
The interactions cause the student’s brain to release dopamine, which creates a happy and loving feeling. The more positive interactions that teachers have with students, the more the brain will release dopamine.
Students will be more motivated as well! This is also the case for parents and children.
The more you praise your child, the more he/she will feel happy and motivated!
So, I challenge everyone to build those positive relationships and sling some dopamine!
Gamble Snyder
MNES Principal
