Setting Sail With The 7 Habits

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Setting Sail

with the
Seven
Habits
Pickett’s Mill Elementary
Lunch and Learn
March 10, 2009
What Are the 7 Habits?
Based on the work of Stephen and Sean
Covey

We only get one chance to prepare our students for a


future that none of us can possibly predict.
What are we going to do with that one chance?
~Stephen Covey
Why a Leadership Focus?
Finding the Treasure
We believe that every child possesses leadership
skills.
We believe that every child will serve as a leader in
some way, either in their careers or with family and
friends.
We believe that character education is essential.
We believe that students must be taught how to
collaborate with others.
We believe that leadership
training will have a positive
impact on student achievement.
The Habits:
Habit 1: Be Proactive

I have a
“Can Do” attitude.
I choose my actions, Display
attitudes and moods. from
I don’t blame others. Ms.
Owshanik’s
I do the right thing 1st grade
without being asked, class.
even if nobody is
looking.
Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind

I plan ahead and set goals.


I do things that have meaning and make
a difference.
I am an important part of my classroom.
I look for ways to be a good citizen.
Habit 3: Put First Things First

I spend my time on
things that are most
important.
This means
I say no to things
I should not do.
I set priorities, make
a schedule, and
follow my plan.
I am organized.
Habit 4: Think Win-Win
I want everyone
to be a success.
I don’t have to put
others down to get
what I want. It makes
me happy to see other
people happy. I like to
do nice things for
others. When a
conflict arrives, I help
brainstorm a solution.
We all can win!
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand,
Then to be Understood

I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings.


I try to see things from their viewpoints.
I listen to others without interrupting.
I am confident in voicing my ideas.
Habit 6: Synergize

I value other people’s strengths and learn from


them. I get along well with others, even people
who are different from me. I work well in
groups. I seek out other people’s ideas to solve
problems. I know that “two heads are better than
one”. I am a better person when I let other
people into my life and work.
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw
I take care of my
body by eating right,
exercising, and
getting sleep.
I spend time with
family and friends.
I learn in lots of
ways and lots of
places.
We Are Already Sailing…
Mrs. Chesser visited A.B. Combs Elementary

Teachers spent 30 hours in training.

Teachers are beginning to implement the habits


into instruction, discussion
and hallway displays.

Student recognition
program
Student Recognition Program

When teachers “catch” students exhibiting one of the 7 Habits, they write their
name on a fish and post it on the display.
Drawings will be held once per month for special prizes!
Banners
Classroom Displays

Thanks to:
Mrs. Towne,
Ms. Ward,
Ms. Owshanik,
Mrs. Riggins and
Mrs. Rann
Specialists &
Support Programs

Thanks to:
Mrs. Grebe, Coach Charrette,
Coach Worrall, Mrs. Blake and
Mrs. Mitchell
What Lies Ahead?
2009-2010: Further integration
into curriculum

August 2009: Implementation Day with


Covey Consultant
(pending award of grant)

November 2009: Staff visit to A.B. Combs Elementary

Collaboration Sessions

Leadership Day/7 Habits Celebration

Hallway Displays: Murals, Quotes and Street Signs


Bringing It Home
Read & discuss
The 7 Habits for Happy Kids
Use the language. i.e. “How could you be proactive in this
situation?”
Consider which habit your child is strong in. Which are
weaknesses? Discuss & set goals.
Talk about your strengths and weaknesses. Verbalize
when a habit is used.
Make a family mission statement.
(Begin with the end in mind.)
Model. i.e. Write out agendas and to-do lists.
(Put first things first.) “Leadership is communicating people’s worth
and potential so clearly that they are inspired
to see it themselves.” ~Unknown
Credits
This presentation was created by Rebecca Radicchi,
Area 5 Lead Teacher, using the following sources:

The Seven Habits for Highly Effective People by


Stephen Covey
The Seven Habits for Happy Kids by Sean Covey
The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens by
Sean Covey
The Leader in Me by Stephen Covey
The Leader in Me website
Trainings led by Mary Kay Widener
Inspiration from A.B. Combs Elementary

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