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I am a big believer that attitude of students and teacher play a role in the success of the class.  It is hard sometimes when there are students who suck the energy out of we teachers.  We can't let them get to us.   For me, this has been a model for a long time without the "Energy Bus" label.  I've had some tough breaks in life like others and each tough break has made me stronger.  It could tear me down, but I chose to take the higher road and be a light where there is darkness.

Himlie

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Believing that you are the driver of your bus in your classroom gives you control to make decisions about your curriculum, your lessons, and what you think is best for your students.  One of the important aspects mentioned in the book was that you have vision for your class and why you do what you do.  That vision will give you purpose and help drive you through tough times and bring reward when you see progress.

Sohlstrom

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I believe being the driver of my bus will positively impact my classroom because it will make it an enjoyable place to be.  If the students can see that I am positive and confident they will also take on those emotions.  As a teacher, I have the power to affect my students' emotions and outlook on learning.  Each day is a new day to make a positive impact!

B. Totzke

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Being the driver of your own bus to me means that you have to provide the energy.  Sometimes as teachers we can get frustrated by students being tired, or disruptive, or having a poor attitude.  In reality, if we, as teachers, remember to provide our own energy, it is much more likely for the students to follow suit.  We are in charge.  If we can remind ourselves to provide our own energy and be the driver of our own bus, then the students will likely feed off of our energy and have a much more positive experience in our classrooms.  If, however, there is a student who is having a bad day, remaining the driver of your bus will help you from getting pulled into the negativity that can result from allowing others to control your bus.

Hansen

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The classroom and life is in full control of the driver. The driver is YOU! I look at Marty in the section and take that he "turned it all around when the desire and vision changed." I have a desire this year so far to change the atmosphere of my classroom and the attitude of myself. I go in each day just pumped to teach. I know the kids dont see it, but I feel it. I'm excited from the first time I teach it to the third time I teach it throughout the day.  I think I will keep that desire going by being creative and positive throughout the year. I want to keep driving my bus and drop the students off at the next stop.

Kaplan

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I believe being the driver of my bus helps make my classroom a positive place to be.  I believe that when students walk in and see me looking ready to go, they know they need to be too.  By starting each day with a flexible plan for where I want to go with students, I know that I will be starting us on a path where we can all be successful.  I know I also have the power to change that plan as needed.

M. Maloney

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Lost my keys, I can't drive the bus:-). Adding some humor.
We are talking about Grit in class and I relate that directly to being the driver of your bus. When stress, problems, or difficulties
come knocking at the door; use it to open the door of opportunity. Spielberg, Einstein, Rowling, Steph Curry, Steve Jobs, Walt Disney, Dr. Suess....they all drove their big bus of success after being told they couldn't.  Granted they have a fully loaded bus currently, but I'll keep driving my school bus full of children wanting to learn.

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Believing I am the driver of my bus will positively impact my classroom because it will give me ownership in what I am doing. What happens in my classroom is a direct reflection of who I am as a professional. I AM THE ONE creating the lesson plans, I AM THE ONE creating the learning environment, I AM THE ONE believing that what I am doing is best for the kids in my classroom. Knowing that what I am doing is the right thing to do is a very calming feeling. Knowing that it is OK to change things if I find they are not working is calming to me. Knowing I have the support of my leader and colleagues is calming. This calming effect will follow me in my classroom and hopefully affect my students’ learning.  without being "mean". 

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Believing I am the driver of my bus will positively impact my classroom because it will give me ownership in what I am doing. What happens in my classroom is a direct reflection of who I am as a professional. I AM THE ONE creating the lesson plans, I AM THE ONE creating the learning environment, I AM THE ONE believing that what I am doing is best for the kids in my classroom. Knowing that what I am doing is the right thing to do is a very calming feeling. Knowing that it is OK to change things if I find they are not working is calming to me. Knowing I have the support of my leader and colleagues is calming. This calming effect will follow me in my classroom and hopefully affect my students’ learning.  without being "mean". 

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Wox

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This is a mindset. For students and teachers, we need to embrace that sometimes there are things that we cannot control. We just need to deal with our flat tires as they come but control what we can, our attitude in the moment. It can be easy to see the negative in a bad situation but difficult and necessary to envision the direction we want to go in order to find the positive in every moment. If we believe that we are out of control, giving up is just as effective as trying because it doesn't matter what we do. Conversely, believing we are in control makes us responsible for the outcomes of our decisions. This works is both for students and teachers.

-Flo

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I had two takeaways from Rule #1 and how it relates to the classroom.  First, I could relate to the part about positivity. I believe we need to be positive and confident in what we are teaching.  The students will react better to lessons and feel more confident in a classroom that has positive energy.  Second, the knowing where your bus is going relates to making sure you have a plan.  You should have a clear plan for each unit and each lesson taught.

-L.Lee

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The biggest thing I took away from this rule is that we cannot allow excuses to get in the way of our lives.  It's often times to easy to blame others for our struggles.  We drive our own bus and therefore can turn negative situations into a positive learning points.  You can allow who you let on your bus to help you, the more positive people on the bus the more enjoyable your ride will be...
T-Jack

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Regardless of the many challenges we have in life/class you are in control. Sometimes you need to refuel, get GPS assistance, or phone a friend for directions. Ultimately you have the choice to be positive and take control.

To create positive change, we have to believe our efforts are making a difference. Just as we model and teach the growth mindset to our classes, we have to remember that we do make a difference everyday! Don't forget to celebrate success and improvement!
Luke L.

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I am often counseling students to focus on what is in their control and how a positive mindset can change their world!  By believing I'm the driver of my bus, I hope I can lead by example!
Tricia J

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By believing that I am the driver of my own bus it allows me to take ownership in the way that my day at school goes.  I do not let anyone "steal" my happiness and I do not look at others as the reason for any struggle that I am having with my classes.  By driving the bus I realize that I am responsible to the students for putting my best foot forward each day.
S. Van Beek