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Chapter 9: Inspiring Through Collaboration

 * Level 1:** What did Ron do at his first staff meeting that set him apart from traditional new principals? How did he create a relationship with his staff so they would perceive him as an ally?
 * Level 2:** What makes Ron an effective leader? How can these qualities be cultivated?
 * Level 3**: Discuss why you would like working “with” a principal like Ron. What type of principal would inspire you to become the best teacher you can be?

Chapter 10: Being What We Choose

 * Level 1:** What specific steps can teachers take to increase the amount of responsible power and freedom available to students in your class.
 * Level 2**: Is it possible to help students develop an identity as hard-working and successful, and to see that being academically productive and socially responsible truly reflects who they want to “be”?
 * Level 3:** Discuss how focusing on “being” can be more helpful to adolescents than focusing on “doing.” Do you think this is true at other stages of development or is it specific to adolescence?