tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post3503501026879747753..comments2024-03-14T17:23:38.755-04:00Comments on Principal Kafele Writes: SELF DETERMINATION: You Have Got to Want Success for Your Students BADLY!Principal Kafele Writeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00206571519217782919noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-70300127303961959332018-08-13T06:47:38.403-04:002018-08-13T06:47:38.403-04:00I look forward to hearing you speak today in North...I look forward to hearing you speak today in North Myrtle Beach, S.C. As I nosed through your website to find out more about who you are and what we may be exposed to, I wanted to say that this article hit me the most. I will be giving a motivational presentation tomorrow to my fine arts educator peers on such a parallel topic...I chose the word "Relentless". I also have take the idea from the Book of Esther "For such a time as this". Essentially speaking to the teachers that it is NOW we have to act and we must act on purpose if we are to ever truly push ourselves as teachers much less our students. I am not a professional speaker such as yourself, so I am sure it will not be a nearly eloquent as your presentation, however, I believe the passion and intention are the same. Thank you for the mindset you have and for sharing it with others as a way to motivate us to go further for our kids in our daily work to help them be more successful than they maybe first thought they could be.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07766513316876397278noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-85978732660308772022017-12-28T15:34:19.663-05:002017-12-28T15:34:19.663-05:00I appreciate you Susan...thank you for your words!...I appreciate you Susan...thank you for your words!Principal Kafele Writeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00206571519217782919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-56882558752783398712017-12-28T09:41:06.253-05:002017-12-28T09:41:06.253-05:00Self Determination...sounds like I’ve found my 201...Self Determination...sounds like I’ve found my 2018 “One Word” Focus! Once again I am inspired by you and your determination to have a profound impact on the lives of others! Susan Kelleherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10425695971884306605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-61800374128191963322017-12-27T19:04:27.881-05:002017-12-27T19:04:27.881-05:00Thank you for your comment Mashonah....strong stuf...Thank you for your comment Mashonah....strong stuff indeed. Congrats on your years of surface and may 2018 be your best year yet!Principal Kafele Writeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00206571519217782919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-25699691137921019352017-12-27T18:59:35.364-05:002017-12-27T18:59:35.364-05:00Just discovered that your original comment went to...Just discovered that your original comment went to my spam box. Again, I appreciate you my brother Another one coming tomorrow!Principal Kafele Writeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00206571519217782919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-87842341013962050692017-12-27T18:58:28.574-05:002017-12-27T18:58:28.574-05:00Habari Gani. Just figured out why your comment did...Habari Gani. Just figured out why your comment didn't initially post. It was being treated as spam. Like I said in the email, I appreciate your words and I appreciate your work. The journaling that you do is a powerful tool that should be engaged in by all.Principal Kafele Writeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00206571519217782919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-10528289302119551852017-12-27T18:48:43.437-05:002017-12-27T18:48:43.437-05:00The only act that matches the power of reflection ...The only act that matches the power of reflection is the act of focused reflection. I love that connections and the ability to reflect on my practice as related to these values and principles. This reflection the past two days have made me realize that I have unofficially used unity through mentorship and self determination to make it to year 19 in public education. It is what has been propelling me forward by allowing me to stop , make corrections and fortify my ability to be determined to succeed. Thank you for the space to do have this experience as 2017 closes and I plan for 2018. I am determined to succeed as a coach and mentor this year!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12202848369932757545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-35972737926823330542017-12-27T17:06:32.941-05:002017-12-27T17:06:32.941-05:00What a perfect way to go into 2018. Great writing!...What a perfect way to go into 2018. Great writing!! This has been one of the reasons that I get my classroom on a daily basis. Can’t wait for the other 5 writings. Blog.wctentertainshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10113397725853802813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-68298028725130637672017-12-27T13:59:01.583-05:002017-12-27T13:59:01.583-05:00Wow Ms. McCree...your comment is amazing!I forgot ...Wow Ms. McCree...your comment is amazing!I forgot about how Black Parents Handbook got into your school. I immensely appreciate your words!!! #bamPrincipal Kafele Writeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00206571519217782919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-88295239179036816842017-12-27T13:33:29.435-05:002017-12-27T13:33:29.435-05:00I think in my best recollection-back to when Princ...I think in my best recollection-back to when Principal Annie Jackson decided that a parent selling a book out of his trunk "A Black Parent's Handbook To Educating Your Children"- had a message to bring to our staff and students. That evolved into a message directly to young grade 6 students with the power of a live social studies lesson. I sat there with my students and witnessed self determination realized as the young man turned the classroom into a learning lab that fed my self determination for my students to achieve and succeed. The man became a substitute teacher, a teacher, a staff developer, a vice principal, a principal and eventually a self employed international speaker now Principal Baruti Kafele.I take that determination -which has never dimmed and never ceases to inspire into the new year and all the arenas where educators are needed-inside and outside the school. Ms. McCreehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13123850931444793831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-17833368973962501332017-12-27T11:32:30.330-05:002017-12-27T11:32:30.330-05:00Habari Gani Principal Kafele!
I read both posts j...Habari Gani Principal Kafele! <br />I read both posts just now and replied to Umoja but I don't know if it posted.<br />Anyway, awesome and inspiring blogs. I told myself during this vacation I'm not thinking about school. I need a mental break. But you have turned my brain on as only you can and got me excited to think about it. <br />One of the things I've learned and still journal reflection. I did it as a teacher, Dean, vp, and now as principal. It is definitely one of the most important acts anyone not just educators can do. After reading these first 2 posts want I've realized now is that I've discussed exclusively on students but not much on my staff. So I'll strive to build Umoja amongst staff during 2nd half of the year and continue my self relection.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05293480466136488811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-18787742163902469992017-12-27T09:50:02.050-05:002017-12-27T09:50:02.050-05:00Hey Walter, I appreciate your words. Powerful stuf...Hey Walter, I appreciate your words. Powerful stuff! Sounds like your students are at an advantage because they have you as their teacher!Principal Kafele Writeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00206571519217782919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-57949349405811380402017-12-27T09:47:59.102-05:002017-12-27T09:47:59.102-05:00Awesome, I truly know this is my calling regardles...Awesome, I truly know this is my calling regardless of when and how it happened it's me and my students. I had to find ways to reach my ESE students exceptionalities and prepare each one for life outside of school. Regardless of the different variables that surround our students I am learning daily to block out certain unwanted things and focus on students. I know what our students go through outside the classroom so I strive to be the best teacher possible and a positive role model within my community. It's brothers like yourself that keep me learning and aware of what I am doing and how to go about it....Thanks for keeping it real.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14539882415837388990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-19614853624426837242017-12-27T09:07:18.683-05:002017-12-27T09:07:18.683-05:00POWERFUL! My favorite principle (along with Nia).POWERFUL! My favorite principle (along with Nia).Principal Kafele Writeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00206571519217782919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-68911112607956181582017-12-27T09:05:10.842-05:002017-12-27T09:05:10.842-05:00Another excellent article on the principle of self...Another excellent article on the principle of self determination. After my first failed year as a teacher I was determined to overcome this setback. So much so I eventually became the Teacher of The Year in a short period of time. Self determination is such a critical component of success because it forces you to take a deep critical analysis of your strengths and weaknesses. It forces you to plan for success. It forces you to give effort, focus and attention. As a result I never ask my students to pass test. I ask them to work hard, diligently and to get off the mat when they have setbacks. This is what makes self determination so important and critical to the success or failure of our students.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12262197520466211456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-14395756802760373442017-12-27T08:42:09.821-05:002017-12-27T08:42:09.821-05:00Agreed and I appreciate your response!Agreed and I appreciate your response!Principal Kafele Writeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00206571519217782919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-138526246936426324.post-87303120136036184532017-12-27T08:40:20.279-05:002017-12-27T08:40:20.279-05:00There is no force greater than a determined mind. ...There is no force greater than a determined mind. If educators believe in their own self determination they will instill this into their children. A child determined to be successful will be no matter what the obstacle is.Mr. Wilsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07905707923125195258noreply@blogger.com