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Foreword by Erin Gruwell
Meet the Authors
Acknowledgements
Part I: The Foundation of the Inspirational Teacher
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: The Personal Mission Statement
Chapter 3: The Classroom/Grade Level Mission Statement
Part II: Becoming an Inspirational Teacher
Chapter 4: Modeling Principles
Chapter 5: Demonstrating Respect
Chapter 6: Genuine Listening
Chapter 7: Building High-Trust Relationships
Chapter 8: Conclusion
Biography
Gary McGuey, a former educator and athletic director, has spent the past decade traveling across the globe to visit schools and work with administrators, educators, and students. Gary is a former director of the Teens Division for FranklinCovey and created the first curriculum related to The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. He is a sought-after keynote speaker on topics related to leadership, team building, and student empowerment.
Lonnie Moore is a former award-winning middle school and high school math teacher. Lonnie now works with FranklinCovey as a training consultant. He has facilitated more than 1,400 workshops, keynotes, and seminars. As a part of the FranklinCovey Education Practice, he contributed to the creation of The Leader in Me school improvement process. This powerful process is being implemented in more than 2,000 schools globally.
"The title says it all!! Passionate, candid, compelling and inspiring. The Inspirational Teacher is a must read for every educator. Gary McGuey and Lonnie Moore have captured the essence of what every teacher should be and what every child deserves!"
--Muriel Summer, Principal at AB Combs Elementary, Raleigh NC, National Magnet School of the Year, 2006 and 2014
"Inspirational teachers are transition people. By following the process in this book, teachers will be equipped with the skill-set required to help young people transition to greater levels of personal effectiveness."
--Sean Covey, Author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens
"This book is a blueprint for inspiring students and changing lives. From the classroom to the athletic field, the four steps outlined in this book will help you become the inspirational teacher every student deserves."
--Jon Gordon, Bestselling author of The Energy Bus and Training Camp
