· Explain how “everyone gets a trophy” can be viewed differently.
When my daughter graduated from Kindergarten each student got an individualized achievement award. It was something that was tailored to them. There was a Turtle award for someone that “Came out of their shell” and was more open, given that they struggled with this at the onset of the class. Did they answer the most questions or were they the most academically advanced in the class? I have no idea. But I do know that they were acknowledged for their growth in a specific area. I think recognizing people for their hard work is always a positive thing. We all experience growth, and sometimes it is not something we notice right away (especially if it isn’t something we academically measure), and I think most people would want to be recognized when they have improved at something.
When my daughter graduated from Kindergarten each student got an individualized achievement award. It was something that was tailored to them. There was a Turtle award for someone that “Came out of their shell” and was more open, given that they struggled with this at the onset of the class. Did they answer the most questions or were they the most academically advanced in the class? I have no idea. But I do know that they were acknowledged for their growth in a specific area. I think recognizing people for their hard work is always a positive thing. We all experience growth, and sometimes it is not something we notice right away (especially if it isn’t something we academically measure), and I think most people would want to be recognized when they have improved at something.