Students recognized for Habit 4: Think Win-Win

Students at Washington Elementary School are learning about the Seven Habits of Highly Effective Kids, and in December and January focused on Habit 4: Think Win-Win.

To Think Win-Win means ?finding solutions that work for others as well as myself. It means treating others the way I would like to be treated.?

Teachers nominated one student, who exemplified Habit 4, from their classrooms for recognition at a recent assembly.

Kindergarten teacher Julie Gleason said, ?Sam Weaton shows others the golden rule of Think Win-Win. He is helpful when others need him to zip a coat, tie shoes or help with schoolwork. He is kind to all the children in the classroom. He is a friend to everyone in our class.?

Kindergarten teacher Nicole Spalla said, ?Isabelle Henderson is an exemplary example of Think Win-Win. She treats all of her peers with respect and kindness. Just the other day, Isabelle took time away from what she wanted to do to play with a boy who was feeling lonely and thought he had no friends. Isabelle is well-liked and respected by her peers because she treats them the same way.?

First-grade teacher Shawna Applegate said, ?Kevin Dorothy is a wonderful example of Think Win-Win. He always thinks of others before himself. His thoughtful nature is evident on the playground and in the classroom.? She said she can always count on Kevin to have a friendly win-win disposition that spreads to all his friends, and she appreciates his kindness toward others.

First-grade teacher Jamie Reifsteck said, ?Sara Kretz is a leader in our class and is very in tune with others? feelings. She always seems to know when to help someone and when to let them be. She comes in with a good attitude every day and treats others fairly. She is always helping other students with their work or with problems they may be having. Her positive, think win-win attitude toward others is inspiring.?

Second-grade teacher Shelley Carter said DaLayne Miller thinks about others before herself and is always willing to help others; she is a friend to everyone. Carter said she appreciates DaLayne?s cheerful disposition and helpfulness in the classroom.

Second-grade teacher Brianna Thornton said Kaylee Pringle is a great example of Habit 4: Think Win-Win. ?She is always looking out for others in our classroom. She wants to make sure everyone is happy and playing together. If there is a conflict, she is always looking for a way to make everyone happy.Kaylee is often helping students in her class with work especially if they have been absent,? said Thornton.

Third-grade teacher Mindy Hoskins said Helen Drish lives life with a win-win attitude. ?She comes into class with a smile every day ready to have fun while learning,? said Hoskins, adding that while Helen?s peers enjoy her light-hearted sense of humor, she appreciates her sunny disposition. ?She treats others with respect and can bring a smile to anyone?s face. Her positive attitude is contagious in our classroom.?

An example of Think Win-Win from Lani Smith?s third-grade class is Kyle Schubick. ?He is always thinking about including everyone and doing the best he can. He is always in a good mood and never complains about anything,? said Smith, adding that she can always count on Kyle to help out, be a great role model and treat others how he would like to be treated.

Fourth-grade teacher Julie Hanshaw said Mira Pappin is a role model for the win-win habit in her class. ?She comes to class with a smile and an excellent, positive attitude,? said Hanshaw. ?She consistently tries to help her classmates and encourages others to do their best. She shows respect to all those around her. Mira loves school and loves to learn. She is a joy to have in class.?

Fourth-grade teacher Heather Buckley chose McKenna Allison because she demonstrates win-win each day by treating others with respect and kindness. ?She demonstrates the golden rule, and her kind heart is a joy to be around each day,? said Buckley. ?Our classroom can always count on McKenna?s positivity  and friendship.