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Mistakes are Good

This is a Google slides presentation that walks the teacher/student through an activity and discussion about mistakes.
The Price of Privilege

This book was recommended by a VCIS teacher.
Where you Go is not Who You'll Be

This book was recommended by a VCIS teacher.
How to Raise an Adult

The book was recommended by a VCIS teacher.
The Gift of Failure

The book was recommended by a VCIS Teacher
How to Talk so Teens Will Listen & Listen so Teens Will Talk

This book provides parents with resources to be able to communicate with their child. Some key points the book covers include: -Listen and respond helpfully to your teenager's concerns -Express your irritation or anger without being hurtful -Take action without punishing -Encourage your teen to assume responsibility -Work out problems together
Mindsets in the Classroom

VCIS is using the book, Mindsets in the Classroom, to deliver professional development for the 2017-18 school year. The book focuses on how we talk to our students and changing the way we praise them.