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In order to perform any task at a high level, one must believe that the job is worth attempting.In education, the primary focus is on the core skills of English language arts, history, math, and science. However, there are many excellent teachers of other subjects such as foreign languages, art, music, and tech who realize that their courses are providing the motivation for many students to come to school because these areas represent their passions in life. Sadly, these instructors often feel their expertise is unappreciated. I have a co-worker who is a young teacher in one of these "less valued" subjects who has developed a solid program in which the students respect him and are learning lifelong skills. I gave him a message of confidence today letting him know that I see the positive role he plays in our school. I worry that some of these new teachers will leave the field thinking that their area is not meaningful. We must support all the classes needed to educate a well rounded global citizen. Regardless of your field of employment, take a minute to let all those you work with know that you value their performance.
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