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I really love that we can concentrate on the positive aspects and the things we want to become as opposed to dwelling on what we are not. Very inspiring! Love the challenge and that it takes the entire team to move our bus!

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I see myself in each of the four categories and will strive to make improvements.

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Reflection is always good, and reminds me of the kind of teacher I wish to leave as my legacy. RUN RUN RUN!

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It made me really reflect on myself and how and where I can improve.  I also think we could all fall into more than one category.

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After teaching for 27 years it would be easy to coast into retirement - read the same books, use the same lesson plans, use the same classroom management techniques, etc.  And over the years I have found myself in ruts from time to time.  The only way to get out of a rut is to 'run' out of it.  The best way I have found to be a runner is to constantly be ready to learn something new.  Accept change, embrace it.  I would also say to be a runner is to realize that you don't always have the answers.  I have learned from principals, teachers outside of our district, colleagues and many first year teachers.  Everyone has something to contribute.  Runners should be ready to contribute and ready to learn.

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I thought it was interesting to read about the different types of teachers and the different categories. I think I can see myself in several different categories on certain aspects of teaching (and in life in general). I'd like to work harder to be more of a Runner in everything. Glad to have so many Runners surrounding me here at Carver!

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The most important thing I learned from Mrs. Burr's Jan. 22 Memo is that no matter what,  keep running.  It's easy to get discouraged, and we've all felt  near the burn-out zone.  Mrs. Stipp used to tell me that when I feel I'm at the end of my rope, tie a knot.  So all you Runners out there: stay positive, know your work is worthwhile, keep giving 110%, because YOU are STRONG! You are a RUNNER!
~Tamie

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I am always glad to have reminders of what kind of teacher I want to be.  This year there have been a lot of those reminders and I appreciate it motivates me to do better and work harder.

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Connie
I feel I could be in most of the catagories

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After reading everyone's comments, I think a lot of us feel like we fall into a couple different categories. This made me think of ways I can improve my teaching and how to become more of a team player. Stepping out of my comfort zone is defiantly an aspect I need to do!

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"Stepping out of my comfort zone" speaks very loudly to me! I am a creature of habit, and I like the way I do things. However, since taking Lit Lab, I have found out that it is okay to step out of my comfort zone and try something new. I discovered that something really wonderful and beautiful can come from it. Looking forward to stretching myself some more...I think!!

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On the first day of school, on my VERY first year teaching, a teacher walked by me and said, "Only 173 days left to go." I have never forgotten that negative comment and what an impact it could have made on a new teacher. The atmosphere has changed drastically from that first year at Carver. Satotha has pushed me to be more and step outside of my comfort zone. Thank you for pushing me to keep moving!

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Oh man, I want to be a runner and I want others to see me as a runner! The positive group of people I work with inspire me daily!

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As I read the characteristics of each category, I reflected a lot over the past 27 years of teaching. I have been a runner most all of this time. Looking back when my kids were young, I wish now that I had not been running quite so hard and spending long hours at school of an evening. So I encourage teachers with children at home to give your all at school, but  make home the greater priority.  That time will be gone before you know it!
I also feel that at different stages in your teaching career you fall into more than one kind of teacher. It's easy to get tired and even negative at times. Who you associate with really affects that. That is where our Carver team comes in. We need each other! We need to encourage one another, share new ideas, and maintain the excitement in our building. This has been such a great year and has truly renewed my energy to keep running! I love my students and I love Carver!

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I thought it was really interesting to see the different types of workers described in detail. It was a great prompt for self-reflection! I think personalities tie into these a lot too. I feel like no matter where we all fall in the descriptors, it just works here at Carver because we support each other.

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Self-reflection was the most important thing I took away from the categories. I thought about how I fit into the categories as a first grade teacher and as part of Carver as a whole. I love this book, it all makes sense. It was hard for me to take a look at myself in terms of the categories and see things I didn't want to see, but that is how change happens and growth begins.  Run, Carver, Run!

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I've enjoyed reading about the various types of teachers and seeing where I fit! I know I have several areas of improvement and I love the challenge of making myself the best that I can be!! I love the positive atmosphere of Carver and have enjoyed all the new exciting things we have done this year!!!

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My initial thought was that I don't fully fit into one category, but I definitely want to moving toward being a full time runner. I feel like I have moments of greatness and moments of mediocrity. I'm challenged to grow and learn. I feel privileged to be part of such an amazing staff! I love the excitement in the air as we grow and change together.

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I have to agree and say that everything Ron Clark says is spot on. I love the direction we are moving and I believe it makes our team better! I want everyone to be amazing and that starts with supportive teams. :) Happy Monday Carver!

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As a teacher I can see myself in different categories.  I am always trying to be a runner but then I was reading some of characteristics of joggers and I am pretty sure I am some of those as well.  I want to be the best I can be.  A wise man once told me the ultimate goal as an educator is to create productive members of society.  I truly believe this.  So to add to this I think I want to help the students become runners as well!

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I think we all might think we fit it to a certain category, but others might see it differently. I think reflection requires you to look at yourself through someone else' lense. I want people to see me as what I think I view myself as.

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It's interesting to think about all the different types of teachers that are out there! I know that in teaching, like in most other things in life, we all want to meet expectations and be the best versions of ourselves. Reading the information about being a runner is a great reminder of how we can be our best in our current life stage.

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I have read the Move Your Bus book and have seen Ron Clark speak. He is very motivating and his list make a lot of sense to me. It was a great reminder about expectations and where each person fits in. I have used that list you gave us and reflected on where I fit into the building. I think it is also very important to look at where you are are for your grade level, students and even parents. Are you a runner and always on top of where your kids are progressing and making sure that is getting to parents?

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I am very impressed with what goes on at Carver! I love all the team building activities and how everyone contributes. Getting to visit with several teachers, I see many runners here. What I notice is that we all have different music playing in our headsets while we run... we each have our own beat that motives us... and that is okay! I am proud to be part of the Carver team!

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Tina B.
As I read over comments I see that I share the same feelings that others do. People have myths about Carver but once
they actually come here and work with us the see that we are nice, caring, dedicated teachers. That being said I always feel there is room for improvement. I think "the bus" helps us to pin point areas we probably have never thought of
before to improve on

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It really makes me think about how I see myself and how others might see me differently.

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I am enjoying reading memos that Mrs. Burr is sending out about Ron Clark's book. It is interesting to analyze my own work and where I fit into the race. I want to be a runner and strive to be just that and more, knowing there is always room for improvement.. I feel that no matter what the atmosphere is in other places, Mrs. Burr is helping to make Carver a positive place to work and learn.

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I have enjoyed the new atmosphere that is at Carver. So many teachers that are Runners and inspiring me to become a better teacher to my students and friend to my other teachers. No better place to spend a day that at Carver.

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I think Carver is more positive today than it ever has been.  I like the idea of working in a place where we handle everything we do with a smile and a positive spirit with energy and efficiency.  Of course some days this is easier to do than others. I agree with what several others posted, that working together and supporting each other is what makes this kind of unity happen.

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I enjoyed looking at the different types of teachers. We all think we work hard, but when we look at the list, we can easily see where we fall short. Unfortunately, so can everyone else! Yikes! 😬 It's time to step up my game!
I think it would be easy to get caught up in plugging other teachers into categories and not focusing on our selves.
I think that is why I like the term "Carver Family" rather than "Carver Team". It has been my experience that teammates typically try to compete against each other to show superiority to win more play time. A family with the same goal will uplift each other, encourage each other and will be the first ones there for you when things go wrong. For the first time since Carver opened, I feel like we are a family, helping each other become our best!

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It made me stop to reflect on the kind of teacher I am and the kind of teacher I would like to become.  Sometimes I feel like I am a combination of all types of teachers mentioned but other times I am just one type.
I think we can all help one another be the team we need to be in the best interest of the students.

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I really enjoyed reading about the different types of teachers that exist and how easy it is to trick yourself into thinking you are one type of teacher when really you are another. It is a very good way to self-reflect on the type of teacher you are and what you want to strive to be. I agree with Mrs. Branscum. I do believe the type of teacher you are can vary from day to day. However, I WANT to be a RUNNER all day every day so lots of room for growth.

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My first thought was I am blessed to work with so many Runners in this building! It was a great reminder to me to step up my game in all I do and say! I definately have areas to improve on!

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The first thing I did after reading the MOVE YOUR BUS memo is push PRINT!  I am posting that to read every day.  I try my best, but I know that I can be better.  I will strive every day to be better. Thank you Satotha.  I agree with Spector, it is good to be reminded of Mrs. Burr's expectations.  Reminders are GOOD for all of us.  :o)

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It's interesting to reflect on what aspects I hold as a teacher when reading this and what my personal expectations are compared to what they should be. There's always room for growth!

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I read this and thought Wow, I'm definitely not what I want to be!  It gave me something to strive for and aim towards but a reminder also of what I don't want to be perceived as by others.

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It's been interesting to read this and reflect on what type of teacher I am, have been, and aspire to be. I also think we can be different types of teachers depending on the season of life we are in. This pushes me to be better, thank you.

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I like the synopsis of what it takes for the bus to run. We have such a great staff.

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It's good to be reminded of Mrs. Burr's expectations. It's also a good time to reflect on what expectations I am meeting.

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Such good information. I especially like the greeting. Everyone likes a smile or a hello. ❤😊

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Leaders must still uplift Runners. I wouldn't have thought you would have to do that with Runners, but Ron Clark says they need that.