Our teachers are operating just as effective leaders in the business world do. They set a vision that most people think is crazy. They convince the kids why it's important to accomplish the goal. And they are totally relentless.
Wendy KoppRead
We have found that the most successful teachers in low-income communities operate like successful leaders. They establish a vision of where their students will be performing at the end of the year that many believe to be unrealistic.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Successful teachers in low-income areas embody leadership qualities by setting high expectations for their students.
This quote emphasizes the importance of vision in education, particularly in low-income communities. It suggests that the most effective teachers act as leaders by creating ambitious goals for their students, which may seem unrealistic to some, but ultimately inspire and drive student achievement.
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EducationTeachersLeadershipSuccessVision
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a teacher training workshop to inspire new educators.
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