What really happens behind the scenes in an Adventist school? In this inspirational book, veteran educator Marjorie Weber Fortney gives an inside look at the joys and challenges of teaching and leading in a Christian school environment. Fortney shares timeless stories and wisdom to encourage the next generation of Christian teachers and principals.
More than a manual, this collection of real-life accounts covers it all-from finding teachable moments in the sweet and humorous happenings to creatively solving classroom chaos and vandalism to handling issues like drugs and theft with discretion and grace. Throughout, she emphasizes dependence on God for strength and guidance when faced with parent conflicts, discipline issues, challenging students, contentious school boards, and the lonely burdens some children carry.
Peppered with biblical truth, this heartfelt devotional explores the spiritual lessons behind everyday school scenarios. Fortney’s vision for transformative Christian education shines through as she mentors readers to integrate faith into the classroom and evangelize youth for Christ. Administrators will value her candid insights on hiring teachers, improving academics, and relating to school boards.
Written in Fortney’s amiable tone, Behind the Teacher’s Desk: A Dynamic Resource for Educators will renew your passion for disciplining the young and equip you to thrive as a Christian educator. Let these real stories inspire your journey.
Innehållsförteckning
Dedication
Introduction
Chapter 1: Stolen Money
Chapter 2: Missing Signs
Chapter 3: Chaos in the Cafeteria
Chapter 4: Principal’s Prayer List
Chapter 5: Lesson Learned
Chapter 6: An Angry Seven Year-Old
Chapter 7: Planned Deception
Chapter 8: Sleep on It
Chapter 9: Sweet Singer
Chapter 10: She Shoots! She Scores!
Chapter 11: Seventy-Two Minutes
Chapter 12: Milk Snake
Chapter 13: Due Process
Chapter 14: Interrupted Plan
Chapter 15: An Angry Parent
Chapter 16: Freedom to Worship
Chapter 17: Follow the Handbook
Chapter 18: The Stolen Key
Chapter 19: A Priestly Visit
Chapter 20: An Unusual Encounter
Chapter 21: It Looks Like a Squirrel
Chapter 22: Out of the Mouth of Babes
Chapter 23: A Gut Feeling
Chapter 24: The Music Connection
Chapter 25: Tears of Abandonment
Chapter 26: Strange Kleenex
Chapter 27: Black and Blue! Ouch!
Chapter 28: Kindergarten Wisdom
Chapter 29: Note Passing
Chapter 30: Student Celebrities
Chapter 31: Lack of Trust
Chapter 32: God is Amazing
Chapter 33: Snake in the Tire
Chapter 34: Deceived
Chapter 35: Birthday Bandits
Chapter 36: Nine-Eleven
Chapter 37: Time Out
Chapter 38: Aptitude Test
Chapter 39: Rescued
Chapter 40: Change
Chapter 41: Unskilled Voyageur
Chapter 42: A Most Unlikely Maestro
Chapter 43: Needing Fuel
Chapter 44: Special Clothes
Chapter 45: Chosen as Principal
Chapter 46: Tough Constituency Meeting
Chapter 47: Intimidation
Chapter 48: Invisible Visitors
Chapter 49: Holy Spirit Time Out
Chapter 50: Two Correct Answers
Chapter 51: Raw Truth
Chapter 52: Hold the Line
Chapter 53: Discernment
Chapter 54: Test Results
Chapter 55: Drugs in School
Chapter 56: A Prayer Room
Chapter 57: Interference
Chapter 58: Light on the Mountain
Chapter 59: Know Your Gift
Chapter 60: Santa Ana Winds
Chapter 61: Early Morning Visitor
Chapter 62: Weakness
Chapter 63: Strange Fear
Chapter 64: Hypocrite in Uniform
Chapter 65: Urgent Versus Important
Conclusion
Bibliography
Om författaren
Marjorie Weber Fortney grew up in Manitoba, Canada, immersed in farm life and outdoor adventures. During her 38-year career in Christian education, she served as a teacher, principal, and education director and was recognized with several teaching and leadership awards. Marjorie earned a B.Ed. from Union College and an MA in leadership and administration from La Sierra University. Now retired, Marjorie enjoys writing, playing piano, and gardening. She also cherishes time spent with family: her husband, Mike; their son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Hollie; and granddaughters, Makayla and Brielle. She says, ’I look forward to sitting at the feet of the Master Teacher. There is so much more to learn.’
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