My Fleep: Movies
Movies That Change Lives - 25 Quotes From Hobart Shakespeareans
What is it like in a day in the life of a child? How about
a 5th grade inner-city school student? I just found this
52-minute documentary gem. No this is not some sad sob
story but an awe-inspiring look at a year in the goings on
of a Los Angeles, public school, 5th grade class and their
extraordinary teacher Rafe Esquith.
Can one person make a difference? You bet they can. This
class even gets visits from such notable greats as Sir Ian
McKellen and Michael York. Here are 25 memorable quotes
from the movie, taken from various members of the cast.
1) This is about 50 kids who work unbelievably hard, and
defy the culture both of their neighborhood and their
country. They immerse themselves in a culture where people
are good to each other, where hard work matters and
character matters even more.
2) I love teaching this age level because an ounce of
prevention is worth a pound of cure. I like to get kids on
the right track early.
3) If you can't live without TV, this isn't your class. How
many are willing to kill your television?
4) I was raised in a home where I was told to try to make a
difference.
5) My passion is passed on to the students.
6) By learning Shakespeare these children are learning
enormous amounts of vocabulary, enormous amounts of
discipline, teamwork, and the respect for one another.
7) To be or not to be, that is the question.
8) Kids who play music do better in all parts of school…its
fun, it's relaxing, it's challenging and it makes them
better in mathematics and reading.
9) Mark Twain, he puts us in Huck's spot and he makes us
choose if we should follow the society or be our self.
10) Isn't that a decision that all of you have to make?
Society is going to tell you how to dress, what to play,
what pop group to listen to, how to cut your hair. Isn't
that ridiculous, each of you is so individually special.
11) We try to find a balance in this class, so we have days
where the kids are working hard…and we have a day of
complete silliness.
12) So even on a day where there is supposedly no learning
going on, there is still a lot of learning going on and
that's the mark of a good classroom.
13) Once they are in a culture of excellence, who cares
what color they are, they do fine.
14) It's how we can help this country, it's really by
working with the little ones and that's where it has to
start.
15) There are no shortcuts!!!
16) Who would have thought in the midst of all the chaos at
school we have these unpolished jewels and when you
discover one that's the beauty of teaching.
17) Why we stay at nice hotels and nice restaurants?
Because I want the children to understand the life that
they are working for.
18) I want them to see that good life right now.
19) …and that government of the people by the people for
the people shall not perish from the earth.
20) I've been in the classroom more than 20 years…some
children should be left behind.
21) All children must be given an equal opportunity but
once given that equal opportunity the children have to
produce.
22) Being civil is important, being kind is important,
school matters.
23) We all have problems, I have them too, solve them.
24) I want them to be extraordinary because I know that
they are.
25) The real measure of teaching is; Where are these kids 5
years from now, 10 years from now?
For me, teacher Rafe Esquith personifies Gandhi's teaching
"Be the change you want to see in the world." If you enjoy
Hobart Shakespeareans you may also appreciate Born Into
Brothels, a documentary with a much grittier look into the
lives of children and those who would inspire them.
Did you ever have a teacher whose methods inspired in you a
new way of thinking or behaving?
----------------------------------------------------
If you love movies, you are about to be inspired and
entertained. You’ll find access to movies, free audio
affirmations, and other secret tools to download at
http://www.LiveTheSecret.us . Priscilla Parham coaches on
awareness and goal setting for your health, your business
and your relationships, motivating others to rebuild from
the inside-out.
What is it like in a day in the life of a child? How about
a 5th grade inner-city school student? I just found this
52-minute documentary gem. No this is not some sad sob
story but an awe-inspiring look at a year in the goings on
of a Los Angeles, public school, 5th grade class and their
extraordinary teacher Rafe Esquith.
Can one person make a difference? You bet they can. This
class even gets visits from such notable greats as Sir Ian
McKellen and Michael York. Here are 25 memorable quotes
from the movie, taken from various members of the cast.
1) This is about 50 kids who work unbelievably hard, and
defy the culture both of their neighborhood and their
country. They immerse themselves in a culture where people
are good to each other, where hard work matters and
character matters even more.
2) I love teaching this age level because an ounce of
prevention is worth a pound of cure. I like to get kids on
the right track early.
3) If you can't live without TV, this isn't your class. How
many are willing to kill your television?
4) I was raised in a home where I was told to try to make a
difference.
5) My passion is passed on to the students.
6) By learning Shakespeare these children are learning
enormous amounts of vocabulary, enormous amounts of
discipline, teamwork, and the respect for one another.
7) To be or not to be, that is the question.
8) Kids who play music do better in all parts of school…its
fun, it's relaxing, it's challenging and it makes them
better in mathematics and reading.
9) Mark Twain, he puts us in Huck's spot and he makes us
choose if we should follow the society or be our self.
10) Isn't that a decision that all of you have to make?
Society is going to tell you how to dress, what to play,
what pop group to listen to, how to cut your hair. Isn't
that ridiculous, each of you is so individually special.
11) We try to find a balance in this class, so we have days
where the kids are working hard…and we have a day of
complete silliness.
12) So even on a day where there is supposedly no learning
going on, there is still a lot of learning going on and
that's the mark of a good classroom.
13) Once they are in a culture of excellence, who cares
what color they are, they do fine.
14) It's how we can help this country, it's really by
working with the little ones and that's where it has to
start.
15) There are no shortcuts!!!
16) Who would have thought in the midst of all the chaos at
school we have these unpolished jewels and when you
discover one that's the beauty of teaching.
17) Why we stay at nice hotels and nice restaurants?
Because I want the children to understand the life that
they are working for.
18) I want them to see that good life right now.
19) …and that government of the people by the people for
the people shall not perish from the earth.
20) I've been in the classroom more than 20 years…some
children should be left behind.
21) All children must be given an equal opportunity but
once given that equal opportunity the children have to
produce.
22) Being civil is important, being kind is important,
school matters.
23) We all have problems, I have them too, solve them.
24) I want them to be extraordinary because I know that
they are.
25) The real measure of teaching is; Where are these kids 5
years from now, 10 years from now?
For me, teacher Rafe Esquith personifies Gandhi's teaching
"Be the change you want to see in the world." If you enjoy
Hobart Shakespeareans you may also appreciate Born Into
Brothels, a documentary with a much grittier look into the
lives of children and those who would inspire them.
Did you ever have a teacher whose methods inspired in you a
new way of thinking or behaving?
----------------------------------------------------
If you love movies, you are about to be inspired and
entertained. You’ll find access to movies, free audio
affirmations, and other secret tools to download at
http://www.LiveTheSecret.us . Priscilla Parham coaches on
awareness and goal setting for your health, your business
and your relationships, motivating others to rebuild from
the inside-out.
