The clear message lies at the end of the chapter. Don't give up. A lot is going on in the lives of young teenagers. They are trying to find out who they are and what they stand for. Not to mention juggling class work with it. It can be overwhelming and every person handles it different, but as teachers we can never give up on a student no matter the situation.
As rebellious as teenagers can be, they want to get to know adults. If you are real with you class then you will gain their respect. If you are understanding of their lives they will do the same for you. To get respect you have to give it. Make it worth their while being there not just for academics, but for life lessons as well. Be the role model everyone is looking for.
I really enjoyed this chapter. i think it is important to never give up on students. Teachers and students will all have good and bad days. But being there for one another through the good and the bad it what its all about. Mixed in with some fun and interesting academic work, the school comes together as a mini community.
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