Teaching future Leaders

Week of November 12

What was the moment (or moments) this past week when you felt most connected, engaged, or affirmed as a teacher - the moment(s) when you said to yourself, "This is what being a teacher is really all about"?

This past week I felt totally connected with my students as we prepared our 2nd annual Thanksgiving Faculty and Staff luncheon. My students were really engaged in preparing various dishes by following standardized recipes and working collaboratively as a team. It took us three days to prepare this delicious meal. As a teacher, the first thing I stress in the beginning of the semester is being able to communicate and get along with one another. Let's just say when rules are in place in the beginning of the semester the flow of your classroom will run smoothly.

I was very pleased of all of my students on the way  they conducted themselves during the luncheon.  Everyone thought they were entering a classy upscale restaurant. I have always taught my students the importance of first rate customer service in the hospitality industry.

So you see, when students perform at this level, I am proud to say I am a teacher.