Game Changers with Molly Fletcher Ron Clark on Motivating Our Teams To Effect Change
Sep 20, 2018
Ron Clark, founder of the innovative Ron Clark Academy, shares his extraordinary journey from an unexpected teaching career to transforming education. He discusses balancing high expectations with joy, creating a culture of appreciation, and the power of a 'no fear' mindset. Ron's bus analogy emphasizes investing in top performers while uplifting the entire team. He reveals Oprah's impactful lesson on respect and shares his ambitious plans to revolutionize education by training thousands of educators annually, all while maintaining passion and joy in the process.
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Unexpected Path To Teaching
- Ron Clark discovered teaching after returning sick from Europe and reluctantly visiting a struggling fifth-grade class.
- He took the job because it “hit me in my heart” and has taught ever since.
Open Doors Beat Isolation
- Ron built a school so teachers would open their doors and learn from each other instead of isolating.
- He created Ron Clark Academy to make collaborative, visible teaching the norm.
Pair High Standards With Love
- Balance rigorous expectations with love, energy, and fun in the classroom.
- Push students academically while coaching them with passion and care.
