My Personal Educational Philosophy

                                                   by Dale Pfiffner

I believe that as a teacher I am morally obligated to enter the classroom with only the highest of expectations for each and every one of my students.

In this way, I can maximize the positive benefits that naturally come along with any self-fulfilling prophecy; with dedication, perseverance, and hard work, my students will rise to the occasion.

As Goethe once said, "If I treat you as you are you will remain that; 
but if I treat you as you are  what you are capable of becoming, you may become that."

I intend to bring an open mind, a positive attitude, and high expectations to the classroom each day.  I believe that I owe it to my students, as well as the community to bring consistency, diligence, warmth and passion to my job in the hope that I can ultimately inspire and encourage such traits in the children as well.

Furthermore, I will keep in mind that a child’s ultimate success will most likely be determined by how they feel about themselves.  How they handle challenges both inside and outside of the classroom.  

I will not forget their need to hear that little voice inside their head tell them that they are valued, they are important, they are competent, they are safe and that they can be successful in school.