Do's and Don't's of Discipline by Bertha Burrow

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Mar 7, 1907

Do's and Don't's of Discipline

By Bertha Burrow

IN our schools the subject of discipline is a very important one. Many have failed as teachers because they could not properly control the students. The church-school teacher, above all others, should be able properly to discipline his school. In order to do this, the teacher will be obliged to control himself. No one can control another unless he is complete master of himself. The teacher should be quick to discern the dispositions of the different children. No two children can be disciplined alike. Let the teacher's conduct be worthy of imitation. “The teachers should be what they expect their students to become.”

When it is necessary to correct, and occasions are numerous, do it in a loving way, not in a commanding spirit. Do not be constantly telling the pupil of his fault. If you can find a good quality, commend it. Always keep yourself well balanced, never allowing your temper to get above control. The words, “Think twice before speaking,” if heeded, will save the teacher a great many difficulties. If you require a certain thing of a student, be sure to remember that you have required it. Do not be changing your mind continually as to what you want the pupils to do.

BERTHA BURROW.