Category: Discipline

I am a kindergarten teacher working at the Early Birds Kindergarten, Nursery and Childcare Centre. This kindergarten provides children with the highest quality of care and education to focus on their personal development and offer a well-balanced curriculum to meet their needs. It provides service for children aged 2 to 6 from different background and ethnicity. There is a large garden surrounded by lush greenery, providing children with a spacious environments to promote their gross and fine motor skills. Environmental cleanliness and personal hygiene have been focus to ensure the healthy growth of children. Because we want to shape an all-rounded children, we not only focus on their learning, but also provide children with additional courses to help them open up their minds, such as robotics, music and art classes. Therefore, the quality of equipment and facilities and quality of teachers provide a good learning environment for the children.

To create a productive classroom environments, effective classroom management and clear discipline planning are critical. Classroom discipline is the actions that teacher undertakes to help establish classroom order and end indiscipline behavior by training children to comply with certain set of rules (Lopes & Oliveira, 2017). I believe that positive guidelines and procedures can establish clear expectations and prevent children misconduct. The purposes for which I will use discipline is because I want to teach children to be self-disciplined. Rules and limits are set to let children know what they should and should not behave to help them learn values and shape their character. Developing self-discipline can provide an experience for children to discover the world around them, express their feelings, and develop their own ideas (Tarman, 2016). Therefore, the purpose of using discipline is to help children develop self-control and exhibit acceptable behavior. My main duties is teaching children follow classroom guidelines and procedures to help them become responsible learners. I will explain that guidelines and procedures are to establish boundaries and maintain classroom in an orderly manner, not for punishment and control. However, kindergarten student main duties is to follow classroom expectations and rules. When teachers is teaching, students should pay attention to the teacher without interfere others learning. Thus, student’s duties is to focus and participate and learn.

An effective discipline system contains some necessary components to manage student’s behavior. Teachers and students must maintain mutual respect. When I respect students, I will also experience reciprocal respect from them. To change students into appropriate behaviour, I will choose specific behaviours to focus on until the desired behaviour is achieved then only focus on other inappropriate behaviours. It can help to control a class to achieve desirable behaviours and guide students to behave in an appropriate manner (Onderi & Odera, 2012). When student misbehave, I will give them a chance to explain why they behave in that way and listen carefully what they say to understand the reasons behind the behaviour, instead of blaming and scolding unreasonably. Positive reinforcement is also an integral part of an effective discipline system that encourages students to learn and motivate them to develop good behavioural habits. Based on Skinner’s operant conditioning theory (1953), positive reinforcement is a form of praise and reward that reinforce good behaviour from occurring again. I will praise student when they perform well in class, and it will become the goal of another students, which make them more willingness to exhibit positive behaviour. The purpose of each component is to teach student’s responsible behaviours and self-control.

I am playing an important role in helping students succeed in the classroom. The professional and ethical demeanor I display will show I take my responsibilities seriously. If I failing to act professionally, it may cause me to lose the trust and respect of students. Thus, I have to make sure my appearance is neat and clean. I should wear appropriate clothing and skirts for the classroom. Also, I should not be using foul language or acting inappropriately in front of the students because they can learn and imitate by observing my behavior. I will treat my students and colleagues fairly and honestly. Not only that, but I also avoid saying or doing things that hurt other’s feelings, because this may reduce their desire to learn and cooperate. Moreover, I will establish positive relationship and build trust with students, colleagues, and student’s caregivers. Consistent with my words is important to win the trust of students. What I say to the students should be consistent, if not, then my words are worthless and they will no longer trust me. I will never humiliate children when correcting their misbehavior, but use direct instruction to teach them how to behave properly. When working with colleagues, I will spend time to get to know them and seek common interest so that both of us can contribute our strength and skill equally. I will also provide help to my colleagues when necessary. Also, I will communicate with parents about their children in-class performance and discuss the problems together so that we can exchange information to help students improve their learning. Building parent-teacher relationship can make them trust on me, which will have a positive impacts on the child’s education.

Furthermore, I will promote some behavior in classes. I will communicate with children with clear expectations and set appropriate boundaries to make them aware of behavior within and outside of the classroom. Consistent approach can be used for reinforcing positive behavior, which is based on behavior and not the children, giving equal praise and punishment. Luangrath and Hiscock (2011) pointed out that the use of rewards and sanctions must be balanced, praise will be given to children who behave well to motivate and encourage them, while penalties with be given to children with poor behavior. I will create rules based on children’s needs to help them understand how to behave in class. Classroom rules can help to support the desired behaviors, for example, children must prepare supplies and complete homework when they come to school, raise hand before speaking, and treat teacher with respect. To prevent misbehavior influence my class, I should maintain a positive attitude to deal with children who misbehave. I will tell children that I am willing to support them, but I need them to support me in return. I will give clear instruction to teach children how to behave and cooperate with me. I will take actions before children misbehave, but not what I do when student misbehave.

Moreover, learning how to speak with children is a key to build relationship with them. I believe that the word of encouragement after the mistake can help children learn from the mistakes, so I should encourage children more than scolding them. In addition, I will use I-messages to communicate with children because it has less offensive compared to you-messages, which makes them more willing to make suggestions (Darrington & Brower, 2012). To ensure children know what is expected of them, I will use modeling to clarify the procedures and let them practice the routine through rehearsal. Besides, play is an effective way for children to acquire basic knowledge and skills (Colliver & Fleer, 2016). Thus, I will prepare some activity to get children engage in learning activities, such as alphabet playing card, so they can learn through play. When children are doing independent work, I will look at their facial expression to see if they need help. I will use visual instructional plan to provide step-by-step instructions for children so they can do it on their own. Standing close to the children who are not paying attention in class can also help them get back to work. According to Huang and Lin (2014), teacher’s charisma is a key factor to improve the teaching progress, so I will show a sense of humor, because when I integrate humor into teaching, children are more willing to learn. I will also show positive personality traits, such as friendliness and enthusiasm. To improve the quality of children’s work, I will teach children to abide class expectations and procedures. I also monitor children’s productivity and provide ongoing support for their proper behavior in class.

The positive tactics for influencing children is to use non-verbal cues to redirect children when they misbehaves. I make eye contact with misbehaving students to show my commitment to discipline or put my finger on my lips to keep them silence. When children behave properly, they will be provided preferred activity time (PAT), which is the activity they especially enjoy. To prevent children misbehave, omission training is useful for children whose repeatedly ruin PAT for the entire class (Jones, 1987). If the children keep disturbing in class and unwilling to complete assigned work, I will taking away his extra time from the fun activity, but not for the class. However, when the children behave in class, he himself and the class will be rewarded. Thus, omission training can help to stop student undesirable behavior. Small backup responses can help deal with minor misbehavior, such as talking or distracting others, which I will convey low-key messages to children privately; medium backup responses will be used to deal with more disruptive behavior such as disrespect and abusiveness, so I publicly conveyed warnings, reprimands, loss of privileges, and parent conferences; while large backup responses can help with repeated disruptions or other intolerable behavior, which require at least two professionals involvement (teacher and administrator), and include in and out-school suspension and occasionally placement in special classes (Jones, 1987).

I will communicate my discipline plan to children during the first few days of class. Provides children with guidelines, expectations and rules so that they know what I expect of them. Children will receive positive consequence when they behave well, and will receive negative consequences when they misbehave and do not follow the rules. Besides, I will clearly inform my administrator of my discipline plan to seek support on my program work. I will try to handle discipline problem on myself and I only need their help as backup when children violates the rules. In addition, I will also communicate my plan to children’s caregivers. At the parent conference, I will discuss with the caregivers about their children who misbehave in class and what action I will take to deal with this problem, for example, 15- minute detention. I will explain the rules to the caregivers and I am willing listen to their feedback, in order to help change children’s inappropriate behavior into appropriate behavior.

References

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Self-discipline: Build mental toughness, Increase focus, Stop procrastinating and Achieve your goals

Self-discipline; is the real secret to success. If ever, there were a truly magical ingredient to achieve success, self-discipline would do it. Self-discipline, without doubt, leads to triumph.

There’s a notable adage that says ‘What happens to us plays far less of a role in our happiness and success than our responses’. To develop and maintain the kind of mental toughness that requires success, you must keep your thoughts and self-talk positive avoid the habits that negativity, and increase your focus on the most important things to achieve the desired goals.

The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us but those who win battles we never see them fight. You should start putting the right things into place so your success can announce your hard work. Help keep yourself prepared for whatever comes your way tomorrow by practicing good habits of mind and stopping procrastinating. Do what has to get done.

Everyone is a procrastinator at some point in their life. People may put things off just for the simple fact that they have too much to do in their daily lives and decide to put things off for a later time. We should start avoiding procrastination by learning how to manage our time wisely, maintaining a balance, and staying focused.

By learning how to manage our time, we can do a lot without even knowing it. In this fast-track society, we must learn how to maintain a balance, essentially if we have a family and a social life. Focus is key.

You’d need to keep the following in mind to accomplish your objectives:

• Emotional Stability is crucial so you can maintain your capacity to stay objective and deliver the same level of performance regardless of what you’re feeling.
• The perspective of mental strength gets you going when the world seems to have turned against you. Learn to keep your troubles in proper perspective without losing sight of what you want to accomplish.
• Readiness for change is the only true constant, then flexibility and adaptability are among the best traits you can develop.
• Get through setbacks and come out even stronger. Don’t take things personally or waste time wondering why me. Instead, focus on what you can control.
• Strength under stress makes you maintain resilience in the face of negative pressures by developing your capacity to deal with stressful situations.
• Preparation for challenges as life and businesses are filled with everyday demands, the occasional crisis, and unexpected twists. Endeavor to have the resources to withstand the professional and personal crisis that you’ll sooner or later be facing.
• Focus your attention on the long-term outcomes to stay ready in the face of real or potential obstacles.
• Self-validation is of paramount importance. Don’t worry about pleasing others. Instead, make a concentrated effort to do what is right and to know what you stand for.
• Endurance in the face of failure allows you to grow and improve. Be willing to keep trying until you get it right.
• Uncompromising standards is a must as tough times or business difficulties aren’t good reasons to lower the bar. Keep your standards high.

Schools in California, such as Cerritos High School, have a major issue regarding chronic student absences at an insane rate of 10 to 15% among all schools, and such issues have a two-fold impacting the school itself and the student’s ability to learn. Not all absences are bad, however, students mostly have valid reasons, but those with chronic absences (like skipping school) are just missing out improving their education. Education isn’t a privilege, rather it is a necessity that makes them smarter people; therefore, if one doesn’t take it seriously, then they are only hurting themselves. If these actions continue, then it will haunt them because this behavior will repeat itself when they go to college, and later, work.

This problem doesn’t fully lay within the students, a school also needs to take the time and explain to students from a young age what it means to come to school because school is where kids, like me, come to learn and get exposed to new ideas and livelihoods that we cannot find at home. School’s must find out a way to combat this issue because if it lingers it will be harmful to them and to students. For example, a United Federation of Teachers graphic shows that if students, at an early age, miss time then their reading levels are lower than those who don’t miss time. Chronic absences can be combated, but schools and students must take action before it gets out of control.

One way to combat the issue is through explaining to students. Personally, I go to a public high school and I do see students who miss extended amounts of time for no apparent reason. When these students come back they have fallen behind and, as a result, no longer show a passion to keep learning, granted this was a problem they created, but that doesn’t excuse the fact they must also learn and be entitled to the same education as their peers. Our school tries to take steps to reduce the absences through programs such as encouraging classrooms to have full attendance for five days to receive a reward for donuts. Nevertheless, I doubt this will have the intended effect. A better approach would be to take these chronically absent students in an after-school session or a parent-teacher conference and explain why students should strive to be at school as many days as possible. New Jersey’s Department of Education outlined such an idea: “Launch a schoolwide Attendance Campaign for all families during the first 30 days of school. Include a kickoff event with a parent speaker, a catchy slogan, and branded items distributed to students and caregivers (pencils, pens, notepads, noisemakers, etc.)”. By educating students and parents, both sides are more aware of the impact chronic absenteeism will have on the school and other students, as well as the chronically absent student. In all, educating students and parents will have a great impact on reducing chronic absenteeism.

Another idea would be for schools to be stricter and not allow students any leniency to make up continuous absences. To determine when the school should take strict absence depends on if the student has missed more than 7 days in a row without checking in with the school. When this happens then the school should mark it down as truancy and immediately notify parents or guardians. Moreover, the classrooms must not allow students to make up any of the work they missed and give them zeros on the assignments and tests. Although this seems harsh, taking this approach shows a zero-tolerance stance taken up by the district and school strikes a sense of fear into the students and at least indicates they should attend school more. The California Board of Education takes a stricter stance, if a student misses more than 30 minutes then they shall receive truancy immediately and their parents or guardians must be informed. They go on to say that if it continues then the school need to hold a conference with the student and his or her parents. The only shortcoming is how harsh and how long it takes before they make that truancy decision. However, this idea can be improved and created similar to the one mentioned initially because the CA Board has the right idea but, again, was too strict in how soon it was enforced. Therefore, schools should take a stricter approach in how they give out truancies because it may lead to more students trying to come to school on time or at least not miss school as often.

Although schools should be strict and should approach with zero tolerance, they should listen to families that have problems then the school finds or create a way to fix the situation. David Kopperud, chair of the state Student Attendance Review Board, says that focusing on chronic absenteeism is “less judgemental because now you’re looking at absence for any reason”. Which is why a proposed solution that was put forth by Educationdive.com in which they state that schools should create a much more friendlier climate for students to attend or to approach someone to explain their situation (through psychologists, nurses, and counselors), takes schools and school districts should consider. Kopperud agrees with this idea, he says that finding out what is causing, and why, these absences are occurring, so the schools can help avoid these problems from repeating. By introducing these people, or increasing the staff numbers of counselors, psychologists, nurses, will help lower the high rates of absentees. The California Board of Education says to refer these absent students to these people as frequently as possible to help the school and the student understand why this problem is recurring. A student’s mental, emotional, and physical health is more important than any punishment a school could give to combat this terrible issue.

Thus, schools must do its due diligence before it can come to a conclusion and then proceed to give out the punishments accordingly. In conclusion, schools in California need to understand why students are missing so much time, but they must propose ideas and programs to help enforce and lower this chronic absence number. By doing this it may help our schools improve and increase graduation rates. Education is important and chronic absences shouldn’t stand in the way of that.

Disciplining the kid is one of the foremost widespread problems spoken by people. There are those who believe that lecturers ought to be chargeable for youngsters’ discipline, whereas others believe that oldsters should handle this specific predicament. In my opinion, I believe parents play a necessary role in disciplining their children.

First, most folks believe that discipline should be managed by parents and assert that this essential characteristic is determined by a reception from day one as a result of the mother and father being the primary educators of youngsters. Folks are the first person in children’s lives, thereby they are tasked to ab initio train them to own correct manners while growing up, and they ought to equip them with the acceptable perspective even before their first exposure to high school and initial meeting with their teachers.

Second, children dread their parents more than they fear their instructors; for example, a youngster may be misbehaving at school yet exhibit the best behaviour at home. Parents are eventually responsible for correcting their children’s flaws and weaknesses. To be more explicit, the young age is the youngest period at which children may learn more effectively than later in life since youngsters are more vulnerable and copy the acts of others. As a result, guardians play an important role in disciplining youngsters.

Third, a kid naturally wants their parents’ love and approval, therefore one of the simplest methods to encourage good behaviour and discipline in children is to let them know what behaviour is expected of them and that they will be recognised and supported for it. For example, parents can acknowledge their children by giving them a present when they assist their grownups in going for a stroll in the park. This will encourage the youngsters to behave better in the future.

On the other hand, instructors should be responsible for the discipline of their pupils because this is their job and speciality. For example, these professionals are required to participate in their constant learning programmes by attending numerous seminars and conferences focusing on student development. As a result of their ability, they should be the ones in charge of embedding and shaping the young ones to have strong moral values and behaviour that they can use in their daily lives.

To conclude, teachers may have the necessary training to teach their students, but parents have the most responsibility for disciplining their children. I feel that the foundations of this feature may be adequately acquired at home under the strict supervision of parents.

Importance of discipline

What is discipline?

The discipline itself approaches doing matters which we do not sense like doing it. The area builds someone’s character, nature, and his/ her character. Each one likes to see a nicely prepared person as opposed to a tousled person.

Discipline in life is very critical and essential on the way to gain proper effects. Discipline exams your individual. Your intellectual and social temperament to deal with difficult things. Because there are levels in our lifestyles which demands greater of our time. Involvement each physically and mentally in the ones exhausted instances what makes us going is our field.

Types of discipline:

Discipline in lifestyles

The subject is one of the essential blocks that make up and form our life. I’m quite certain it needs to have been advised to us through our mother and father dozens of times while we have been growing up.

Growing up in a military family underneath a completely disciplined father and even an extra disciplined mother. I found out from very early on that field isn’t something tough or difficult or uninteresting or serious. It makes the whole thing greater exciting, extra clean and in control and above all so your experience excellent about yourself.

Discipline in education

Discipline in faculty lifestyles may be very critical for students. We can’t be properly educated without discipline. Without gaining knowledge and the subsequent field in school lifestyles can value students later in their careers. In school education, the field is hard and fast with regulations & policies that remind us of the right code of behavior. Discipline is ever extra essential in the course of faculty life.

Discipline at workplace

The field in the place of a job is seen as punishment. However, Discipline inside the place of the job isn’t supposed to be punitive in maximum cases. The area inside the administrative center needs to observe popular guidelines: the field must be revolutionary and also be corrective.

The purpose of the modern area is to allow an employee who presents incorrect or undesired behavior a chance to enhance. This is commonly achieved by using first giving the worker a verbal warning, accompanied with the aid of a written warning, and then enhancing the field if the improper behavior keeps. Superior Area may be a suspension or termination.

Discipline at home

No discern wants to be the awful guy; however, averting disciplining youngsters altogether can jeopardize your children’s futures. Yet no longer do all transgressions require the same level of punishment; forgetting to do their chores shouldn’t be as difficult as failing a class. We need that will help you decide what level of correction the exclusive offenses advantage without being visible as an arbitrary tyrant.

Discipline in society

Every people have Rights and responsibilities, as both people and a part of a group. The stability among character rights and obligations to defend the group defines the discipline of society. The introduction of legal guidelines and the enforcement of these legal guidelines outline this stability. Enforcement often involves a negative: giving up personal liberties. Is that loss offset with the aid of the introduction of a fine gain for the complete group? The frame of the enforcement is protective. It all relies upon on accepting as true the character in Society’s capacity to deal with all with fairness and integrity below the system of regulation. The price machine is cultural in nature, converting with conditions and the times.

Why discipline is important?

The self-field is the key to fulfillment in lifestyles. You cannot reach existence without it. Successful people will always advocate for you to live subject. However, the question is “why the self-area is essential for fulfillment in lifestyles”?

Discipline lets you come to be an unstoppable force of electricity to attain the finest degree in your lifestyle. In case you want to emerge as a hit in existence, the first issue you need to do is area yourself.

The disadvantage of discipline:

It may cause rebellious behavior, disrespectful behavior, low shallowness problems, and anger. When finding out how to determine a baby? It is first-rate to take into account the professionals and cons of every one-of-a-kind parenting style.

Rebellious conduct

Rebellious behavior in youngsters, mainly teens, can stem from very strict parenting. Strict guidelines without the same love and affection can cause defiant and rebellious behavior. Overbearing regulations without strong dating reasons for children to act out disrespectful conduct

Low vanity

Children look to their mother and father for shallowness. Supportive dads and mom supply kids with a feeling of affection, empowerment, and capability. Then again mother and father who call for perfection and hand down strict punishments may have the other impact.

Anger

If youngsters are continually uncovered to anger or competitive behavior. They start to internalize and imitate this form of behavior. Excessive discipline may be expressed through yelling, verbal abuse, and bodily abuse, or intense punishments.

Advantages of discipline:

Makes you feel properly:

Furthermore, the strength of the mind makes you experience precisely. Due to the fact in step with studies, self-disciplined people are senseless careworn. Less pressure and concerns make extra time and energy to attain more and experience more. It enables in studies as well as later in existence. Which leads to satisfaction with oneself and life?

Field evolves fortitude:

Resisting distractions is not clean. The field helps in the last fantastic and also keeps away from temptation which facilitates staying focused. Placing effort into what you need to acquire is critical for attaining any dreams.

Field empowers health:

With the subject, we are able to make sure we take intuitive selections but now not impulsive choices. Impulsive decisions result in bad selection making and intuitive selections want self-control. Self-discipline consequently leads to stepped forward bodily, intellectual, and emotional fitness.

Need for discipline in our life:

The field is a vital part of our existence. In fact without area lifestyles, we can’t work smoothly. Parents, elders of their own family, and academics are the primary individuals to introduce the experience of the area to the youngsters. The field should be analyzed from the early ranges of lifestyles. Area ensures the easy flow of existence with outputting predicament to the man or woman’s liberty. Discipline teaches us to be systematic towards accomplishing our purpose in life. It facilitates us to achieve our goals.

Discipline is a virtue that lays the foundation for a prosperous and fulfilling life. A discipline essay explores this critical attribute and its impacts on individual and collective life. Its essence is to convey the significance of discipline in various aspects of life, its role in shaping character, and how it contributes to achieving personal and communal objectives.

This essay delves into the world of discipline, shedding light on its nuanced interpretation across different contexts. While often associated with strict regimes and stringent rules, discipline is, at its core, about self-control, determination, and a commitment to upholding one’s standards. It is about staying focused on a goal despite distractions or adversities.

A discipline essay is, therefore, a reflection on the beauty of order, responsibility, and dedication. It is a tribute to the invisible force that nudges us towards excellence and efficiency, helping us conquer our weaknesses and bringing out our full potential. A discipline essay is a testament to the transformational power of disciplined action and thinking. It is an in-depth analysis of how discipline, when understood and applied effectively, can elevate our lives in ways unimaginable.

From students striving to excel academically and professionals pursuing their career goals to athletes training for a big event, discipline is the underlying thread connecting these diverse journeys. It operates silently in the background, often unnoticed, yet its impact is profound and far-reaching.

As we journey through the essay, we will examine the different facets of the discipline, illustrating its relevance in personal development, educational institutions, professional life, and societal harmony. We will also discuss the challenges of maintaining discipline and suggest strategies to cultivate and uphold it daily. This discipline essay serves as a roadmap, guiding us through the labyrinth of discipline, shining light on its complexities, and revealing its immense potential as a catalyst for positive change.

Discipline Essay 1 (100 words)

Discipline is the cornerstone of any successful venture in life. It is an essential attribute that forms the basis of character, resilience, and achievement. Whether it is an individual striving to reach their personal goals or a team working collaboratively towards a common objective, discipline plays an instrumental role in directing efforts in the right direction.

Discipline is a way of life beyond mere adherence to rules. It involves cultivating a mindset that prioritizes order, consistency, and responsibility.

In essence, discipline is the key to unlocking our potential. It is the silent force that guides us toward the path of excellence, paving the way for personal growth and collective progress.

Discipline Essay 2 (200 words)

Discipline is the invisible glue that binds our actions toward achieving our goals. It is not just about obeying rules or following a regimented routine; it is the ability to control our behavior and actions for personal improvement and societal good. This discipline essay aims to elaborate on this central theme.

At its core, discipline signifies a commitment to upholding a certain standard of behavior. It calls for consistency, self-restraint, and a sense of responsibility. It implies organizing our lives around principles and goals that we hold dear, prioritizing them over fleeting pleasures or momentary distractions.

Discipline is crucial across various domains of life. In education, it fosters an environment conducive to learning and intellectual growth.

In the professional sphere, discipline contributes to productivity and efficiency. It promotes a work ethic that leads to quality output and successful outcomes.

In personal life, discipline helps maintain physical and mental health. It encourages healthy habits, stress management, and emotional stability.

In the broader societal context, discipline promotes harmony and order. It curbs antisocial behavior and upholds societal norms and regulations.

Overall, discipline is the bedrock of a successful and fulfilling life. It is the quality that helps us realize our potential, overcome obstacles, and positively contribute to society.

Discipline Essay 3 (300 words)

Discipline is a quintessential attribute that underpins a well-rounded life. It encompasses the ability to focus, exercise restraint, adhere to ethical guidelines, and display tenacity in pursuing one’s goals. This discipline essay explores this virtue further, discussing its relevance in various aspects of life.

Discipline begins in the mind. It is the exercise of mental control to focus on productive actions, resist temptations, and abide by principles. The discipline of mind reflects in disciplined actions, contributing to personal, academic, and professional success.

In an educational context, discipline plays a vital role in molding a student’s character and academic trajectory. It helps students maintain regular study habits, respect school rules, and cooperate with peers and teachers. By promoting a conducive learning environment, discipline aids in the holistic development of students, preparing them for future challenges.

Discipline also holds paramount importance in the professional sphere. A disciplined work ethic entails punctuality, diligence, team collaboration, and commitment to quality. These qualities, fostered by discipline, contribute to professional growth, productivity, and corporate success.

Moreover, discipline is key to maintaining a balanced personal life. It encourages healthy routines, responsible decision-making, and stress management, improving physical and mental health. Discipline extends its influence beyond the individual to the societal level. A disciplined society is characterized by adherence to law and order, respect for communal harmony, and a sense of responsibility toward societal welfare.

Despite its significance, cultivating discipline is not always easy. It requires perseverance, motivation, and resilience. But the rewards of discipline are manifold, enhancing every aspect of our lives, from personal development to societal progress.

This discipline essay underscores the fundamental role of discipline as a catalyst for success and growth. It serves as a reminder of the power of discipline, inspiring us to incorporate this virtue into our daily lives for personal and societal enrichment.

Discipline Essay 4 (400 words)

Introduction

Discipline, often misconstrued as rigidity or imposition, is a beacon of freedom. The skill lets individuals focus their energy and efforts constructively, leading them toward their goals. This discipline essay delves deeper into understanding this essential quality and its integral role in personal and societal success.

Importance of Discipline

Discipline is the linchpin that holds our lives together. It is the guiding force that directs our actions, shapes our behavior, and influences our decisions. It is the platform upon which personal growth, academic achievements, professional success, and societal harmony rest.

On a personal level, discipline is the roadmap to self-improvement and accomplishment. It teaches us to control our impulses, manage our time effectively, and remain steadfast in facing challenges. It instills habits of regularity, punctuality, and responsibility, nurturing personal development and self-confidence.

In the realm of education, discipline is indispensable. It promotes a learning culture characterized by focus, diligence, and perseverance. Students who adopt discipline are likelier to excel academically, showcasing enhanced concentration, better time management, and intrinsic learning motivation.

In the professional world, discipline translates into productivity and efficiency. A disciplined professional embodies punctuality, dedication, teamwork, and a quality-oriented work ethic. These characteristics propel individuals toward career growth while contributing to organizational success.

Beyond the individual level, discipline is a critical factor in societal functioning. It ensures adherence to laws and regulations, respect for community values, and commitment to societal well-being. A disciplined society is, therefore, a reflection of order, peace, and progress.

Conclusion

In essence, discipline is not merely about following rules; it is about developing a mindset of responsibility, focus, and dedication. It is about taking charge of our actions, directing our energy constructively, and contributing positively to our surroundings.

While the path of discipline may be strewn with challenges, the rewards are worth the effort. Discipline is the key to unlocking our potential, the compass that guides us toward our goals, and the foundation of a harmonious society.

This discipline essay serves as a reminder of the powerful role discipline plays in shaping our lives. It is a call to embrace discipline, to weave it into the fabric of our daily lives, and to celebrate it as a tool for personal growth and societal well-being. Despite its demanding nature, discipline holds the promise of a better tomorrow. In this tomorrow, each of us is empowered to achieve our goals and contribute meaningfully to our community.

Discipline Essay 5 (500 words)

Introduction

Discipline, often perceived as strict adherence to rules, truly represents self-regulation and intentional living. It forms the foundation of a well-ordered existence, simultaneously nurturing individual growth and facilitating societal progress. In this discipline essay, we aim to delve deeper into the essence of discipline, exploring its necessity, its various forms, and its profound influence on our lives. Unraveling the complexities of discipline, we shall highlight not only how this core virtue is not a restraint, but rather a vehicle steering us towards achievement and harmony.

Necessity of Discipline

Discipline is the guiding principle that directs our actions and shapes our life. It is the compass that navigates us through the complex maze of life, helping us reach our desired destination.

At a personal level, discipline is the foundation of character building. It instills the virtues of punctuality, consistency, focus, and resilience. It fosters a sense of responsibility and enables individuals to overcome challenges, manage stress, and achieve their goals.

In education, discipline plays a pivotal role in academic success and personality development. It promotes a conducive learning environment and enhances concentration, facilitates time management, and nurtures an intrinsic desire for knowledge.

Professionally, discipline is synonymous with productivity and growth. It encourages adherence to work ethics, team collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, contributing to individual success and organizational progress.

At a societal level, discipline is indispensable for harmony and order. It ensures respect for laws, curbs anti-social behavior, and promotes peaceful coexistence.

Forms of Discipline

Discipline manifests in various forms, each important in its own right.

Self-discipline is about regulating one’s behavior and actions for personal growth. It involves controlling impulses, making conscious decisions, and staying focused on one’s goals.

Institutional discipline refers to the rules and regulations of an organization or institution. It could be the code of conduct in a school, workplace policies in a company, or laws in a country. Adherence to institutional discipline ensures smooth functioning and productive outcomes.

Social discipline involves respecting societal norms, values, and customs. It includes being respectful towards others, participating in social welfare activities, and contributing positively to the community.

Discipline can also be seen in the natural world. The discipline of nature, evident in the changing seasons, the rhythm of day and night, and the life cycles of organisms, underscores the universal significance of discipline.

Conclusion

In conclusion, discipline is not a constraint but a liberator. It is not about restriction but about channeling energy constructively. It is the key to self-improvement, academic accomplishment, professional growth, and societal well-being.

This discipline essay emphasizes the pivotal role discipline plays in shaping our lives. It highlights the various forms of discipline and their relevance in different walks of life. Despite its demanding nature, discipline paves the way for success, satisfaction, and harmony.

Embracing discipline means choosing a life of purpose, growth, and achievement. It means contributing positively to the world around us. As we journey through life, let discipline be our guiding light, leading us toward a prosperous and fulfilling life.

Discipline Essay 6 (600 words)

Introduction

Discipline, a term often clouded by misconceptions of rigidity and restriction, in reality, symbolizes the power of self-regulation and the commitment to purposeful living. As the core virtue of successful individuals and harmonious societies, discipline is the foundation for personal growth and societal development. It is the fuel that drives the engine of progress, paving the way for personal achievements, academic excellence, professional success, and societal harmony.

In this discipline essay, we delve into an in-depth exploration of discipline, unraveling its essence, understanding its significance, and recognizing its multifaceted manifestations. We will journey through the intricate landscape of discipline, acknowledging its need across different aspects of life and appreciating the myriad benefits it brings. Our exploration aims to shed light on how discipline, rather than a restrictive force, is a catalyst for growth, a path to accomplishment, and a beacon of order and harmony in our lives.

Importance and Types of Discipline

The importance of discipline is profound, stretching across all aspects of life. Discipline cultivates a sense of responsibility, fosters personal growth, and paves the path toward success in personal, academic, and professional pursuits. It nurtures a mindset of focus, resilience, and dedication, enabling individuals to navigate the complexities of life effectively.

Discipline can be broadly classified into three types.

First, self-discipline emphasizes personal self-regulation. It encompasses the ability to control impulses, make conscientious decisions, and stay committed to one’s goals. Self-discipline forms the bedrock of personal development and achievement.

Second, institutional discipline pertains to adherence to the rules and regulations established by an institution or organization. Whether it’s the code of conduct in a school or workplace policies in a company, adhering to institutional discipline ensures the smooth functioning of the organization and the accomplishment of its objectives.

Third, social discipline revolves around compliance with societal norms, respect for others, and active participation in community welfare. It encapsulates the notion of being a responsible and respectful member of society, contributing to harmony and progress.

The Need for Discipline

The need for discipline permeates every facet of life. On a personal level, discipline nurtures character, encourages healthy habits, and fosters a sense of responsibility. It aids in goal-setting, stress management, and personal growth.

In the academic realm, discipline cultivates an environment conducive to learning, encouraging regular study habits, effective time management, and a positive attitude toward learning.

Professionally, discipline aligns with productivity and efficiency. It promotes punctuality, dedication, teamwork, and commitment to quality, driving career growth and organizational success.

Societally, discipline ensures adherence to law and order, curbs anti-social behavior, and promotes respect for communal values, fostering societal harmony.

Advantages of Discipline

Discipline confers numerous advantages. Personally, it aids in goal attainment, stress management, and personal growth. Academically, discipline translates into better grades, enhanced learning, and improved personality development.

Professionally, discipline fuels productivity, quality output, and career advancement. It fosters a productive work culture, enhances teamwork, and contributes to organizational growth.

At a societal level, discipline promotes peace, order, and progress. It curtails anti-social behavior, encourages respect for societal norms, and fosters community well-being.

Conclusion

In conclusion, discipline is not merely about following rules but about embracing a mindset of focus, responsibility, and dedication. It is about regulating our actions, making conscious choices, and contributing positively to society.

This discipline essay underscores the fundamental role of discipline in our lives. It invites us to understand, adopt, and cherish discipline as a guiding principle, as a beacon leading us to personal growth and societal harmony. Though the path of discipline may appear challenging, its rewards are manifold and far-reaching, making it an indispensable element in the journey of life.

Discipline Essay 7 (600 words)

Introduction

Discipline, a virtue often cloaked in misperceptions of strictness and restraint, is actually the keystone of purposeful living and personal growth. It embodies the principle of self-regulation, a roadmap directing our thoughts, behaviors, and actions toward meaningful living. With its essence rooted in order, persistence, and dedication, discipline paves the path toward success across all facets of life.

In this discipline essay, we set out to unravel the multi-layered concept of discipline. We aim to explore its importance, understand its benefits, identify its critical role in a student’s life, and acknowledge the vast advantages it bestows. Moreover, as we delve into the various dimensions of discipline, we will uncover how it is not merely about compliance with rules but about cultivating a mindset of responsibility, focus, and dedication, making it an indispensable life skill.

Importance and Benefits

Discipline is the key to success in all spheres of life. It fosters a mindset of focus, dedication, and responsibility, leading to personal improvement, academic achievement, and professional growth. No doubt that the benefits of discipline are numerous. On a personal level, it aids in goal attainment, stress management, and personal development. In the professional realm, discipline fuels productivity, encourages teamwork, and drives career advancement. Societally, discipline ensures adherence to laws, curtails anti-social behavior, and fosters community harmony.

Discipline in Student’s Life

For students, discipline is a powerful tool for academic success and character development. It encourages regular study habits, enhances concentration, and fosters a positive attitude toward learning. Discipline teaches students the value of time, the importance of hard work, and the virtue of patience. It equips them with the skills necessary to face challenges, manage stress, and overcome obstacles, thereby molding them into resilient individuals. Discipline also fosters a sense of respect for teachers, peers, and the learning environment, promoting a harmonious and conducive academic atmosphere.

Advantages of Discipline

Discipline carries manifold advantages that stretch across different dimensions of life. Primarily, discipline instills a goal-oriented behavior, fostering an environment conducive for personal and professional growth. It encourages productivity by promoting effective time management and organization, enhancing efficiency in various pursuits.

Discipline also fosters the development of character virtues such as punctuality, consistency, respect, and responsibility. These traits are not just admirable but also essential for creating positive interpersonal relationships and functioning effectively within a community or organization.

Additionally, discipline nurtures emotional resilience. By developing a disciplined approach to life, individuals can manage stress better, exhibit higher levels of patience, and maintain a positive attitude even in the face of adversity. This emotional strength plays a pivotal role in personal growth and well-being.

At a societal level, discipline promotes a sense of order, peace, and progress. It fosters a climate of mutual respect and cooperation, ensuring smooth societal functioning and a harmonious co-existence.

Therefore, discipline acts as a liberating weapon that unleashes potential, encourages personal development, and fosters societal peace. Adopting discipline means adopting a route to achievement, satisfaction, and fulfillment.

Conclusion

Finally, it should be noted that discipline entails more than only following rules; it also entails adopting an attitude of dedication, responsibility, and focus. It is about using our energy wisely, making thoughtful choices, and making a beneficial impact on society.

This discipline essay underscores the importance of discipline in our lives. It calls upon us to embrace discipline as a fundamental virtue, to weave it into our daily lives, and to recognize it as a guiding force in our journey toward personal growth and societal harmony. Despite its seemingly demanding nature, discipline is an empowering tool, unlocking potential, fostering growth, and paving the path toward success and satisfaction.

Discipline Essay 8 (800 words)

Introduction

Discipline, a term often associated with stringent rules and limitations, is in essenc, a potent force that fosters self-regulation, purposeful living, and personal growth. It forms the foundation for success across all life’s spheres, including personal development, academic achievement, and societal harmony.

This comprehensive discipline essay aims to demystify the concept of discipline. We will explore its multifaceted nature, delve into the importance of self-discipline, understand its many benefits, and draw wisdom from historical examples showcasing discipline’s transformative power. The objective of this essay is not just to discuss discipline but to inspire a deeper understanding of it as a virtue, encouraging a shift in perspective from viewing discipline as restrictive to recognizing it as a powerful tool for personal growth and success.

Discipline – What We Understand

Discipline is a multifaceted concept, often misunderstood as simply adherence to rules and strict regulation of behavior. However, at its core, discipline represents much more – it is the art of self-regulation, a commitment to align actions with goals, and the strength to abide by ethical and societal norms.

Contrary to the common perception of it being restrictive, discipline is a liberating force. It provides a framework that channels our thoughts, behaviors, and actions toward productive and purposeful endeavors. Discipline nurtures virtues such as focus, patience, and resilience, transforming our mindset and making us more conducive to growth and success.

Discipline also involves balancing desires and duties, emphasizing responsible decision-making and self-control. It is about prioritizing long-term goals over short-term gratification, fostering a culture of persistence and dedication.

In essence, discipline is not about constraining freedom but about using it responsibly. It’s not about inhibiting creativity but providing a structure for creativity to flourish. Understanding discipline in this light allows us to appreciate its true value and integrate it into our lives as a powerful tool for personal development and societal harmony.

Importance of Being Self-Disciplined

Self-discipline is an indispensable element of discipline. It encapsulates the ability to regulate one’s actions and behaviors, align them with personal goals, and exercise restraint against impulses that could hinder growth or success.

The importance of self-discipline is multifaceted. On a personal level, it fosters a sense of control and autonomy, empowering individuals to make conscientious decisions that contribute to personal development and goal attainment. It encourages consistency and persistence, vital traits that enable individuals to navigate life’s challenges and bounce back from setbacks.

In academic and professional realms, self-discipline aids in achieving milestones and climbing ladders of success. It nurtures a mindset of continuous learning, promotes effective time management, and enhances productivity, all crucial for academic excellence and career advancement.

Moreover, self-discipline cultivates emotional resilience, equipping individuals with the emotional strength to manage stress effectively, maintain a positive outlook, and foster a growth mindset.

In a broader societal context, self-discipline contributes to peace and harmony, ensuring adherence to societal norms and fostering a culture of mutual respect and cooperation.

Advantages of Being Disciplined

The discipline offers a plethora of advantages. It fosters goal-oriented behavior, encourages effective time management, and enhances productivity. Discipline nurtures virtues such as punctuality, respect, and responsibility, critical for successful interpersonal relationships and effective functioning within communities or organizations. It also contributes to emotional resilience, facilitating better stress management and fostering a positive outlook even amidst adversity. At a societal level, discipline ensures smooth functioning, promotes peace, and fosters societal harmony.

Examples from History

History is a testament to the profound impact of discipline in shaping the trajectories of individuals and societies. One powerful example is Mahatma Gandhi, whose disciplined and relentless commitment to non-violent protest was pivotal in India’s struggle for independence from British rule. His ability to channel his thoughts, actions, and behavior toward a singular goal showcases the transformative power of discipline.

Similarly, Thomas Edison’s disciplined pursuit of invention led to his creation of the practical electric light bulb, forever changing the course of human history. Despite numerous failures, his disciplined approach allowed him to persevere, reflecting the integral role of discipline in fostering resilience and determination.

These examples remind us that discipline is a personal virtue and a catalyst for remarkable achievements. It demonstrates that with discipline, perseverance, and focus, individuals can overcome obstacles and create lasting impacts on society.

Conclusion

In conclusion, discipline is not about rigid adherence to rules but about cultivating a mindset of self-regulation, focus, and dedication. It is about consciously aligning our actions with our goals, making ethical decisions, and contributing positively to society.

This discipline essay serves as a reminder of the critical role of discipline in our lives. It calls upon us to embrace discipline, not as a restrictive force but as a guiding principle that fuels personal growth, academic achievement, and societal harmony. Despite its challenges, the rewards of discipline are manifold and far-reaching, making it a valuable life skill to cultivate and cherish.

Discipline Essay 9 (1100 words)

Success can only be achieved with self-discipline. Self-Discipline is the ability in one’s self that helps motivate themselves and controls one’s feelings. Every individual struggles with developing this quality because they are incapable of defining their weaknesses and avoiding temptations. The book, The First Stone, written by Don Aker, signifies many situations where self-discipline is frail in a specific character and when it is developed or expressed by another. The reef is an insolent boy that lacks respect for others because of a hard past which causes him to resort to violence first. There is no one to advise him about the importance of control over his emotions. Scar, an independent girl, learns and achieves a strong sense of self-discipline, without the support of any parent or guardian, but through independence. The book demonstrates that self-discipline can help establish success with assistance from another individual, independence, and is also an essential aspect of decision-making, achieving goals, and proper communication.

The reef is an individual that finds gratification from his wants, and in the end, it hurts not only himself but others. “Self-Discipline” is a word that Reef is oblivious to and is proven when Colville created a list of rules that states, “ You must respect yourself, respect others, be accountable, honor your commitments, and do the right thing,” and as Reef’s instant response, it was “ Pretty vague, ain’t they.” This quote displays that Reef does not understand the essence of self-discipline and what it really defines. Colville tells Reef many lessons such as “ Nor do you need need to put drugs or alcohol into their bodies to keep from feeling the things they can’t face.”(pg.107)” The other part of being accountable is paying for your mistakes.”(pg.125) and Colville was there for every emotional breakdown he had especially when he lost a good friend. These quotes were said by Colville because he wants to help Reef throughout his journey and build his true character. As more time passes in the book, Reef develops discipline and Colville plays a huge role in his development. Every time Reef has one of the emotional problems, Colville always tends to come and have a talk with him on page 283 Colville picks him up and talks about his concerns. Through the help of someone, Reef was able to find potential in himself and improve the self-discipline in his character. The interest of someone to help another is very rare, but when the occasion occurs, self-discipline can be dramatically increased or developed through that person.

Goals are created and achieved from self-discipline. Scar, an independent girl, finds discipline from the very start of the book. “Scar was a loner who would never try out for any team, but extracurricular activity had its advantages,”(pg. 48) “ And she’d surprised everyone when she placed first in a school and third in the province.”(pg.48) This quote was directed to Scar explaining how she likes to stay independent and achieves her goals without others’ help but through independent extracurricular activities. In the story, she faces many moments where she gets called short-tempered because of her red hair, but the only reason she gets mad is when others are hurt or when she feels something is wrong.”Like Scar, who had always been smarter than any of them and had proven it in January when she’d completed her grade 12 in the first semester.” Scar’s result, she has made it very far throughout the book and made it to university without a parent or guardian. The reason being is because of her strong sense of discipline that none of them had at the beginning of the story, and while others spend their time playing or causing problems such as Reef at the beginning of the book, she strives to reach her goals and as a result, she makes it to a university and has a scholarship. Throughout the entire book, Scar was able to seek the discipline she wanted from the very start, which gave her a large advantage on her road to success. Independence can get you a long way, especially in the choices you make and the goals you desire to achieve.

Communication is the ability to interact with others, and self-discipline helps you communicate in a precise matter. Reef’s first approach to a young man named Colville showed that Reef still has a long way to go in his discipline in communication. As Reef’s first task from Colville, he was assigned to fix a greenhouse, and right after his request, Reef responded with “Fuck you.” (pg.125) This quote shows Reef’s aggressiveness towards new people he meets and his lack of discipline when communicating with others. Colville supports Reef throughout the entire book, advising him of what proper decision-making is and what he is capable of as a young individual. As a result of his learning, Reef is given another chance in the book when meeting a young girl named Leeza. With Reef’s first encounter with Leeza, a nurse named Carly asked Reef to exit the room while she was put in her wheelchair. Reef replied with “No problem” without any aggressive tone and seemed to have learned much from Colville. It was stated in the book that it took longer than a minute so Reef has also grown the aspect of patience as well. These two quotes are two examples of Reef’s response at the beginning of the book and the end when he was asked to do a task. The major difference between these quotes was his tone and attitude toward his response. The first quote shows aggressiveness and the second quote shows kindness and acceptance. With these quotes in comparison, it indicates Reef’s change throughout the book, especially his change in the way he communicates with others. As Reef’s self-discipline grows throughout the story, a major impact in the way he properly communicates with others changes greatly as the book progresses.

Aspects such as decision-making, achieving goals, and proper communication learned from independence and assistance from another individual build up a skill called self-discipline. At every point in life, decisions are being made, goals are being set and with each of these points, self-discipline is needed. The skill of self-discipline is essential because, without it, it can hurt you and others around you and success cannot be achieved. In this story, Reef would not have become a better person if self-discipline did not exist nor he would have become a better person with the help of others. Scar achieved her goals with self-discipline, making it to university in such a short period of time. Whether self-discipline is grown through independence or support, it will always benefit you in the future reference.

Discipline is mainly to teach and guide with love to your children — it’s not to Physically punish them or get angry with them. Teaching Discipline to Children is an art in itself. It requires a strong bond between a disciplined teacher and a child. The more important rules are like a gold to discipline a child.

• Consider Their Feelings:

Consider the sentiments that are driving the conduct. For instance, in some cases, more youthful kids blast articles, shout, and make a wreck when they are lo the sentiment of getting your friendship might drive their ‘devious’ conduct. Your more established youngster or adolescent may start lying to you as a result of he/she never getting acknowledgment from you for anything they did.

• Conversate to your Child:

Posing inquiries causes the kids to identify with the right conduct. So as opposed to you expressing how they are turning out badly, let them state it themselves.

• Make them ready to teach new skills:

Encouraging aptitudes makes discipline work. Straightforward aptitudes incorporate alternating, utilizing the three brilliant words(Please, Thank you, Sorry), checking 1 to 10 when irate to quiet down, requesting help when required, and so on. These are fundamental abilities that should be instructed to youngsters through your very own model and discussing when you invest quality energy with them. These aptitudes will help them in their youth as well as all through their experience with different circumstances throughout everyday life.

• Remind Rules, expectations, and commands:

The brain needs reiteration to empower the development of good propensities. Guidelines give structure and request. Youngsters and youths need a lot of structure. Set up a family controls blurb (make it together) in the lounge room, or essentially help your youngsters remember the family decides what they should pursue. Ensure you tail them as well. Tell your youngster what he/she should do or is relied upon to act in a specific circumstance, instead of admonishing him/her for not doing it later.

Like, welcoming the visitors, not slamming the entryway shut, cleaning their wreckage/room, and turning off the lights, and fans when not required. Be firm, yet considerate when censuring your offspring of bad behaviors. On the off chance that your tyke is a youngster, tell them ahead of time, an opportunity to be back home at night, the point of confinement of utilizing the cell phones during the evening, and so forth as opposed to scolding them later.

• Have Positive Attitude:

Commendation children frequently in enormous and little ways. Straightforward expressions can be utilized to applaud your youngster. Positive words impact the psyche. As opposed to stating ‘Don’t argue’, you can say ‘I anticipate that you should talk differentially’ or ‘Be on schedule’ rather than ‘Don’t be late’.

Keep a little note in your youngster’s lunch box or conceal a note or letter under the cushion of your adolescent expressing how satisfied you were with specific positive conduct. Kids and adolescents are touchy with grown-up impressions of them. A little recognition can do some amazing things in spurring them to act well.

All things considered, however, it is a massive assignment to get your tyke to carry on right, a smidgen of adoration and comprehension can work much superior to whippings. Truly, child rearing isn’t simple yet positive child rearing isn’t discretionary as well. It is a need in the present current and now and then negative world. Attempt to comprehend what is happening in your tyke’s psyche and the rest will be fine.

I am a kindergarten teacher working at the Early Birds Kindergarten, Nursery and Childcare Centre. This kindergarten provides children with the highest quality of care and education to focus on their personal development and offer a well-balanced curriculum to meet their needs. It provides service for children aged 2 to 6 from different background and ethnicity. There is a large garden surrounded by lush greenery, providing children with a spacious environments to promote their gross and fine motor skills. Environmental cleanliness and personal hygiene have been focus to ensure the healthy growth of children. Because we want to shape an all-rounded children, we not only focus on their learning, but also provide children with additional courses to help them open up their minds, such as robotics, music and art classes. Therefore, the quality of equipment and facilities and quality of teachers provide a good learning environment for the children.

To create a productive classroom environments, effective classroom management and clear discipline planning are critical. Classroom discipline is the actions that teacher undertakes to help establish classroom order and end indiscipline behavior by training children to comply with certain set of rules (Lopes & Oliveira, 2017). I believe that positive guidelines and procedures can establish clear expectations and prevent children misconduct. The purposes for which I will use discipline is because I want to teach children to be self-disciplined. Rules and limits are set to let children know what they should and should not behave to help them learn values and shape their character. Developing self-discipline can provide an experience for children to discover the world around them, express their feelings, and develop their own ideas (Tarman, 2016). Therefore, the purpose of using discipline is to help children develop self-control and exhibit acceptable behavior. My main duties is teaching children follow classroom guidelines and procedures to help them become responsible learners. I will explain that guidelines and procedures are to establish boundaries and maintain classroom in an orderly manner, not for punishment and control. However, kindergarten student main duties is to follow classroom expectations and rules. When teachers is teaching, students should pay attention to the teacher without interfere others learning. Thus, student’s duties is to focus and participate and learn.

An effective discipline system contains some necessary components to manage student’s behavior. Teachers and students must maintain mutual respect. When I respect students, I will also experience reciprocal respect from them. To change students into appropriate behaviour, I will choose specific behaviours to focus on until the desired behaviour is achieved then only focus on other inappropriate behaviours. It can help to control a class to achieve desirable behaviours and guide students to behave in an appropriate manner (Onderi & Odera, 2012). When student misbehave, I will give them a chance to explain why they behave in that way and listen carefully what they say to understand the reasons behind the behaviour, instead of blaming and scolding unreasonably. Positive reinforcement is also an integral part of an effective discipline system that encourages students to learn and motivate them to develop good behavioural habits. Based on Skinner’s operant conditioning theory (1953), positive reinforcement is a form of praise and reward that reinforce good behaviour from occurring again. I will praise student when they perform well in class, and it will become the goal of another students, which make them more willingness to exhibit positive behaviour. The purpose of each component is to teach student’s responsible behaviours and self-control.

I am playing an important role in helping students succeed in the classroom. The professional and ethical demeanor I display will show I take my responsibilities seriously. If I failing to act professionally, it may cause me to lose the trust and respect of students. Thus, I have to make sure my appearance is neat and clean. I should wear appropriate clothing and skirts for the classroom. Also, I should not be using foul language or acting inappropriately in front of the students because they can learn and imitate by observing my behavior. I will treat my students and colleagues fairly and honestly. Not only that, but I also avoid saying or doing things that hurt other’s feelings, because this may reduce their desire to learn and cooperate. Moreover, I will establish positive relationship and build trust with students, colleagues, and student’s caregivers. Consistent with my words is important to win the trust of students. What I say to the students should be consistent, if not, then my words are worthless and they will no longer trust me. I will never humiliate children when correcting their misbehavior, but use direct instruction to teach them how to behave properly. When working with colleagues, I will spend time to get to know them and seek common interest so that both of us can contribute our strength and skill equally. I will also provide help to my colleagues when necessary. Also, I will communicate with parents about their children in-class performance and discuss the problems together so that we can exchange information to help students improve their learning. Building parent-teacher relationship can make them trust on me, which will have a positive impacts on the child’s education.

Furthermore, I will promote some behavior in classes. I will communicate with children with clear expectations and set appropriate boundaries to make them aware of behavior within and outside of the classroom. Consistent approach can be used for reinforcing positive behavior, which is based on behavior and not the children, giving equal praise and punishment. Luangrath and Hiscock (2011) pointed out that the use of rewards and sanctions must be balanced, praise will be given to children who behave well to motivate and encourage them, while penalties with be given to children with poor behavior. I will create rules based on children’s needs to help them understand how to behave in class. Classroom rules can help to support the desired behaviors, for example, children must prepare supplies and complete homework when they come to school, raise hand before speaking, and treat teacher with respect. To prevent misbehavior influence my class, I should maintain a positive attitude to deal with children who misbehave. I will tell children that I am willing to support them, but I need them to support me in return. I will give clear instruction to teach children how to behave and cooperate with me. I will take actions before children misbehave, but not what I do when student misbehave.

Moreover, learning how to speak with children is a key to build relationship with them. I believe that the word of encouragement after the mistake can help children learn from the mistakes, so I should encourage children more than scolding them. In addition, I will use I-messages to communicate with children because it has less offensive compared to you-messages, which makes them more willing to make suggestions (Darrington & Brower, 2012). To ensure children know what is expected of them, I will use modeling to clarify the procedures and let them practice the routine through rehearsal. Besides, play is an effective way for children to acquire basic knowledge and skills (Colliver & Fleer, 2016). Thus, I will prepare some activity to get children engage in learning activities, such as alphabet playing card, so they can learn through play. When children are doing independent work, I will look at their facial expression to see if they need help. I will use visual instructional plan to provide step-by-step instructions for children so they can do it on their own. Standing close to the children who are not paying attention in class can also help them get back to work. According to Huang and Lin (2014), teacher’s charisma is a key factor to improve the teaching progress, so I will show a sense of humor, because when I integrate humor into teaching, children are more willing to learn. I will also show positive personality traits, such as friendliness and enthusiasm. To improve the quality of children’s work, I will teach children to abide class expectations and procedures. I also monitor children’s productivity and provide ongoing support for their proper behavior in class.

The positive tactics for influencing children is to use non-verbal cues to redirect children when they misbehaves. I make eye contact with misbehaving students to show my commitment to discipline or put my finger on my lips to keep them silence. When children behave properly, they will be provided preferred activity time (PAT), which is the activity they especially enjoy. To prevent children misbehave, omission training is useful for children whose repeatedly ruin PAT for the entire class (Jones, 1987). If the children keep disturbing in class and unwilling to complete assigned work, I will taking away his extra time from the fun activity, but not for the class. However, when the children behave in class, he himself and the class will be rewarded. Thus, omission training can help to stop student undesirable behavior. Small backup responses can help deal with minor misbehavior, such as talking or distracting others, which I will convey low-key messages to children privately; medium backup responses will be used to deal with more disruptive behavior such as disrespect and abusiveness, so I publicly conveyed warnings, reprimands, loss of privileges, and parent conferences; while large backup responses can help with repeated disruptions or other intolerable behavior, which require at least two professionals involvement (teacher and administrator), and include in and out-school suspension and occasionally placement in special classes (Jones, 1987).

I will communicate my discipline plan to children during the first few days of class. Provides children with guidelines, expectations and rules so that they know what I expect of them. Children will receive positive consequence when they behave well, and will receive negative consequences when they misbehave and do not follow the rules. Besides, I will clearly inform my administrator of my discipline plan to seek support on my program work. I will try to handle discipline problem on myself and I only need their help as backup when children violates the rules. In addition, I will also communicate my plan to children’s caregivers. At the parent conference, I will discuss with the caregivers about their children who misbehave in class and what action I will take to deal with this problem, for example, 15- minute detention. I will explain the rules to the caregivers and I am willing listen to their feedback, in order to help change children’s inappropriate behavior into appropriate behavior.

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Self-discipline: Build mental toughness, Increase focus, Stop procrastinating and Achieve your goals

Self-discipline; is the real secret to success. If ever, there were a truly magical ingredient to achieve success, self-discipline would do it. Self-discipline, without doubt, leads to triumph.

There’s a notable adage that says ‘What happens to us plays far less of a role in our happiness and success than our responses’. To develop and maintain the kind of mental toughness that requires success, you must keep your thoughts and self-talk positive avoid the habits that negativity, and increase your focus on the most important things to achieve the desired goals.

The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us but those who win battles we never see them fight. You should start putting the right things into place so your success can announce your hard work. Help keep yourself prepared for whatever comes your way tomorrow by practicing good habits of mind and stopping procrastinating. Do what has to get done.

Everyone is a procrastinator at some point in their life. People may put things off just for the simple fact that they have too much to do in their daily lives and decide to put things off for a later time. We should start avoiding procrastination by learning how to manage our time wisely, maintaining a balance, and staying focused.

By learning how to manage our time, we can do a lot without even knowing it. In this fast-track society, we must learn how to maintain a balance, essentially if we have a family and a social life. Focus is key.

You’d need to keep the following in mind to accomplish your objectives:

• Emotional Stability is crucial so you can maintain your capacity to stay objective and deliver the same level of performance regardless of what you’re feeling.
• The perspective of mental strength gets you going when the world seems to have turned against you. Learn to keep your troubles in proper perspective without losing sight of what you want to accomplish.
• Readiness for change is the only true constant, then flexibility and adaptability are among the best traits you can develop.
• Get through setbacks and come out even stronger. Don’t take things personally or waste time wondering why me. Instead, focus on what you can control.
• Strength under stress makes you maintain resilience in the face of negative pressures by developing your capacity to deal with stressful situations.
• Preparation for challenges as life and businesses are filled with everyday demands, the occasional crisis, and unexpected twists. Endeavor to have the resources to withstand the professional and personal crisis that you’ll sooner or later be facing.
• Focus your attention on the long-term outcomes to stay ready in the face of real or potential obstacles.
• Self-validation is of paramount importance. Don’t worry about pleasing others. Instead, make a concentrated effort to do what is right and to know what you stand for.
• Endurance in the face of failure allows you to grow and improve. Be willing to keep trying until you get it right.
• Uncompromising standards is a must as tough times or business difficulties aren’t good reasons to lower the bar. Keep your standards high.

Schools in California, such as Cerritos High School, have a major issue regarding chronic student absences at an insane rate of 10 to 15% among all schools, and such issues have a two-fold impacting the school itself and the student’s ability to learn. Not all absences are bad, however, students mostly have valid reasons, but those with chronic absences (like skipping school) are just missing out improving their education. Education isn’t a privilege, rather it is a necessity that makes them smarter people; therefore, if one doesn’t take it seriously, then they are only hurting themselves. If these actions continue, then it will haunt them because this behavior will repeat itself when they go to college, and later, work.

This problem doesn’t fully lay within the students, a school also needs to take the time and explain to students from a young age what it means to come to school because school is where kids, like me, come to learn and get exposed to new ideas and livelihoods that we cannot find at home. School’s must find out a way to combat this issue because if it lingers it will be harmful to them and to students. For example, a United Federation of Teachers graphic shows that if students, at an early age, miss time then their reading levels are lower than those who don’t miss time. Chronic absences can be combated, but schools and students must take action before it gets out of control.

One way to combat the issue is through explaining to students. Personally, I go to a public high school and I do see students who miss extended amounts of time for no apparent reason. When these students come back they have fallen behind and, as a result, no longer show a passion to keep learning, granted this was a problem they created, but that doesn’t excuse the fact they must also learn and be entitled to the same education as their peers. Our school tries to take steps to reduce the absences through programs such as encouraging classrooms to have full attendance for five days to receive a reward for donuts. Nevertheless, I doubt this will have the intended effect. A better approach would be to take these chronically absent students in an after-school session or a parent-teacher conference and explain why students should strive to be at school as many days as possible. New Jersey’s Department of Education outlined such an idea: “Launch a schoolwide Attendance Campaign for all families during the first 30 days of school. Include a kickoff event with a parent speaker, a catchy slogan, and branded items distributed to students and caregivers (pencils, pens, notepads, noisemakers, etc.)”. By educating students and parents, both sides are more aware of the impact chronic absenteeism will have on the school and other students, as well as the chronically absent student. In all, educating students and parents will have a great impact on reducing chronic absenteeism.

Another idea would be for schools to be stricter and not allow students any leniency to make up continuous absences. To determine when the school should take strict absence depends on if the student has missed more than 7 days in a row without checking in with the school. When this happens then the school should mark it down as truancy and immediately notify parents or guardians. Moreover, the classrooms must not allow students to make up any of the work they missed and give them zeros on the assignments and tests. Although this seems harsh, taking this approach shows a zero-tolerance stance taken up by the district and school strikes a sense of fear into the students and at least indicates they should attend school more. The California Board of Education takes a stricter stance, if a student misses more than 30 minutes then they shall receive truancy immediately and their parents or guardians must be informed. They go on to say that if it continues then the school need to hold a conference with the student and his or her parents. The only shortcoming is how harsh and how long it takes before they make that truancy decision. However, this idea can be improved and created similar to the one mentioned initially because the CA Board has the right idea but, again, was too strict in how soon it was enforced. Therefore, schools should take a stricter approach in how they give out truancies because it may lead to more students trying to come to school on time or at least not miss school as often.

Although schools should be strict and should approach with zero tolerance, they should listen to families that have problems then the school finds or create a way to fix the situation. David Kopperud, chair of the state Student Attendance Review Board, says that focusing on chronic absenteeism is “less judgemental because now you’re looking at absence for any reason”. Which is why a proposed solution that was put forth by Educationdive.com in which they state that schools should create a much more friendlier climate for students to attend or to approach someone to explain their situation (through psychologists, nurses, and counselors), takes schools and school districts should consider. Kopperud agrees with this idea, he says that finding out what is causing, and why, these absences are occurring, so the schools can help avoid these problems from repeating. By introducing these people, or increasing the staff numbers of counselors, psychologists, nurses, will help lower the high rates of absentees. The California Board of Education says to refer these absent students to these people as frequently as possible to help the school and the student understand why this problem is recurring. A student’s mental, emotional, and physical health is more important than any punishment a school could give to combat this terrible issue.

Thus, schools must do its due diligence before it can come to a conclusion and then proceed to give out the punishments accordingly. In conclusion, schools in California need to understand why students are missing so much time, but they must propose ideas and programs to help enforce and lower this chronic absence number. By doing this it may help our schools improve and increase graduation rates. Education is important and chronic absences shouldn’t stand in the way of that.