Student lessons

Something students these days should know.

Kindergarten - You aren't going to learn to read from watching tv.  You are going to learn to live by going outside to play.

1st grade -   You can never say please or thank you enough.

2nd grade - Boys should always open the door for girls.  Girls should let them and politely say thank you. 

3rd grade - If a boy chases a girl around the playground (or vice versa) the best way to get him/her to stop is to ignore him/her.  If you react and make it into a big deal he/she will keep chasing you.

4th grade -  Sara, I know Katie is your friend and now you are mad because Katie is friends with Megan but Megan can still be friends with you.  It's ok to have more than one friend.

5th - It's ok if you aren't good at math. It's ok if you aren't good at reading.  It's ok if you aren't good at writing.  You aren't going to be good at everything.  It's not ok to give up.  Always keep trying your best.

6th  - Your teacher, your coach, your parents and every other important adult in your life is working really hard for you and cares very much for you. 

7th - Deodorant is important.  Wear it even if you don't think you stink.


8th grade - Don't worry about buying the latest fashion item.  You will grow out of it soon.  It will be out of style sooner and your money is best spent elsewhere.

9th -  Be nice and kind to everyone.  You never know what the person is going to to do for you later in life.

10th grade - You are not entitled to everything. 

11th -  If a phone rings, or beeps you don't have to answer it.  There is no obligation to respond right away.

12th grade - Even though your valedictorian gives a speech about entering the real world, you are not about to enter the real world.  

College -  Don't worry if you failed one test in college.  No one will ask you about it a year later....or two years later....or 10 years later.

Post - college - Just because you have a college degree it doesn't mean you will have a high paying job when you graduate.  In fact, it doesn't even mean you will have a job.