Bring Your A-Game
Teaching is demanding, difficult and overwhelming at times.
As we explored in the last blog post, teachers are “in the arena” all the time.
So, how do we “stay in the game” let alone “bring our A-game” in such trying, demanding times?
The term “bring your A-Game” originated in the mid twentieth century and was used mostly to describe athletes.
According to an online idioms dictionary:
“It refers to bringing maximum effort, focus and undeniable commitment.
It is an encouragement to do your best…no excuses.
When you bring your A-Game, it means that
you are leaving nothing on the field, court, home or work center.
You are giving it your all.”
Let’s explore this and put it all into perspective. (more…)
