DWilson

Ishy explains that the final element in keeping the vision alive is coaching.  "You demonstrate your commitment to the vision by coaching . . . and by allowing others to coach you."(p.81)  Everyone in the workplace, whether a veteran or newcomer, has something to offer.  We Coach It by offering encouragement or advice to our co-workers.  When Rhonda is faced with the tragic loss of her daughter, it is Miss Scallpell who arrives at Rhonda's front door and  does an incredible job of organizing what needs to be done.  This is due in part to the fact that she has experienced a similar loss  in the sudden death of her husband.  As a result, everyone begins to see Miss Scallpell in a different light.  The staff on the sixth floor decide that the best way to honor Ann's memory is to continue what Rhonda started, and they work together to keep the vision alive.  As educators we have the opportunity each day to Coach It. We must be open-minded to the suggestions offered by our fellow teachers, and be willing to express our opinions when we feel it necessary.  We are a team.  Let's Find IT, Live IT, and Coach IT!