Expect the Best
[SARN Memo for July 22, 2009]
Many self advocates who are more than 50 years old went to school before the IDEA laws. They did not get special education services in school. They were never taught reading, writing, and math. They were cheated by low expectations.
But many of these same people have given a lot to our movement. We find them in leadership roles across the country.
Let’s remember to expect the best from each other. It’s a great way of saying, “You count.”
Respond to this memo!1. Group Exercise
Have each group member tell of one person in his or her life (present or past) who expects the best of him or her. Ask: “How does it feel when someone expects the best of you?” and “How has that person’s high expectations affected what you’ve done?”
2. Resource
I Am a Leader
Use this self-led workshop to learn together about being assertive, and apply this skill as you (together) say clearly how you feel about the issue in Rwanda.
Today’s Trivia Question:
If a teacher has high expectations of a student, it will improve the student’s:
- self esteem
- success
- critical thinking ability
- all of the above
(The answer will be published in the next Memo.)
Answer to July 15th Trivia Question: a. Tracking mountain gorillas
Question was: Rwanda’s most popular tourist activity is:
- Tracking mountain gorillas
- Bird-watching in the jungles
- Swimming in the Indian Ocean
- Boating down the Nile
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