Habit+6+-+Synergize



** Habit 6: Synergize **

· Value other people’s strengths and learn from them · Get along with others, even those who are different · Work well in groups · Seek out other’s ideas to solve problems because I know that by teaming with others we can create better solutions (This is saying that 2 heads are better than one…even if one is a cabbage-head!!....lol) · Be humble

Grade 6th: Mrs. Gibson, Mrs. Jimerson, Coach Lewis, and also Lisa Nordan (Reading Intervention) We found this video about synergy and thought you would enjoy it.

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We also made a power point!!!!!



Sissy - Habit 6 is the habit of creative cooperation. It is teamwork and open-mindedness.

Glenda - Great Power Point, Girls!!! Habit 6 is one that we can all learn from, but sometimes we are too "Bull Headed" to ask for someones help. We don't always see how much we can accomplish with the help of others. I agree that two heads are better than one.

Carol - Working with others is not always easy! It takes effort since you must be cooperative and get along with them. It is true that two heads are better than one, but sometimes I do not want to practice this. I become the cabbage-head.


 * Katie - This is a hard one...(especially when your child is involved in issues.) **
 * I strive to get along with everyone.....and attempt to work out differences....in an humble way. **
 * BTW....I'm always the cabbage-head!...lol... **

Lisa Nordan- The kids love working together!!! We can't function as a team unless we synergize!

Liz - We all have different abilities to master certain things. When we put all of our positive potentials (strengths) together, we receive greater results. This is accomplished through positive teamwork and supportive leadership.

Synergy in the Classroom

 * Many truly great classes teeter on the very edge of chaos.
 * Synergy is possible in the classroom when the group collectively agrees to subordinate old scripts and to write a new one.

Linda - Wow! This really hits me hard because I like to stay busy or I don't know any other way. I know I need to take time to let my mind rest but... I know I need to take care of my self so I can be energized for my students and co-workers.

David Lewis To put it simply, synergy means "two heads are better than one." Synergize is the habit of creative cooperation. It is teamwork, open-mindedness, and the adventure of finding new solutions to old problems.

Gibson, P. I don't know about you, but when someone ask me for help or to assist them when solving a problem, I feel pretty darn good about being able to do just that (to help). Working together serves a much better purpose than working alone. I only wished I had realized this years ago!!

Somar Ramos Well this one started off difficult for me because this wasn't a word i had learned yet. Synergize means to work together or cooperate with others, sometimes i have noticed that my children voluntarily work together with chores,homework or schemes to go somewhere because they have figured out that they usually come up with better ideas or a better understanding with the tasks at hand if they discuss each others ideas and combine them to make one greater solution. Their actions have taught me that working steady together is usually always better than working by yourself frantically.

Whitlock- As a teacher there are so many great resources to help me through the day. I am always asking for advice or counsel on different things. I feel it is important for me as a new teacher to have a mentor and someone to lean on in terms of the more difficult decisions. I love how at this school everyone is so open to helping others and the students follow suit as they are always wanting to help and full of ideas themselves.

Demorrius Manuel- Synergy, it seems to make so much sense, and synergizing sounds like the logical thing to do. Question, is true synergy as prevelent as it should be? If the most effective teams, groups, partners, etc. have synergy, what is it that keeps the less effective groups from achieving synergy? Michelle - TEAM to me means that Together, Everyone, Achieves, More!!!! But when a group of adults get together to discuss or share ideas sometimes we butt heads..it shouldn't be this way and we have to strive to remain professional at all times. Helping others at work helps everyone! One person can make a difference but a TEAM of people can make a HUGE difference.

Regina, Kim, Gladys SCES has great teamwork. When we put on programs, it is usually a team effort. The students are observing these things. By modeling teamwork, we are showing our students how to work together in the real world.

Zeda- I feel we really are a TEAM at SCES. I think that the students can see the teamwork and co-operation that goes into making each day, month or project a success.

Sandra - I learned a lot from a book study we did several years back. The author, Harry Wong, emphasized STEALING ideas as key!!! I "steal" ideas all the time. When something works for others, I want to integrate it as well. When something does not work, then I know better than to waste my time. Also, I truly enjoy working on teams. We each have our own jobs to do then we come together and complete the goal....it's a great feeling to accomplish something together.

Denise: I agree with Regina, Kim and Gladys. We all need to remember that our children watch everything we do and learn from their observations. If we work cooperatively together, then they will learn how to do so.

Jacqui - the powerpoint was great. I liked that you used our kids and teachers. That adds a lot of meaning. Team work is probably the hardest skill to develop. It's all a matter of trust. I did not like group projects in school because I did not want my grade dependent on the work of others. In the school setting we have to learn to let go and share the responsibility. This school is a reflection of all of us, not just one person.

﻿**Emily Martin- GREAT JOB on the power point! How creative... Teamwork is so important in a school setting. Mrs. A- I like to steal ideas, too. Mr. Howard, Mrs. Grayson, and I are always stealing from each other, and working together to find better solutions for problems we face each day. Sometimes, I come to school thinking I am going to teach a certain skill one way, only to find out that Mr. Howard or Mrs. Grayson's way is better. It makes my job so much easier!**

Priscilla- The 6th Grade powerpoint was AWESOME!!!!!! I begin each school year with teaching my students how to work in cooperative groups. We all can learn so much from each other and teamwork is a major part of everyday life. We have to work together at home, in school, and during extracurricular activities. Working together can help us interact and influence each other in order to gain new insight. My students learn that everyone is unique and special and that we should be able to work cooperatively in order to achieve our greatest potential in life. I agree with the statements made that "Two Heads Are Better Than One."

Pam Mc., Bobbie Mac., Charity and Mrs. White - We agree with Regina, Gladys, and Kim. There is great teamwork at SCES, and our students are watching everthing we do. We should model and set good examples for our kids. Together we can create synergy needed to provide the best oppotunities for success.

Willie-Synergy is simply working together,instead of apart. You need to listen,learn, and follow your heart.

Gwen, Patti, and Teresa Working together is often very difficult for first graders. Whenever we require them to work in groups, they often argue. We try to reinforce the importance of teamwork by rewarding the students that work well with others.

Becky G. - Working together is often difficult for fifth graders as well. I try to incorporate small group discussions and projects in my classes as often as possible.


 * Shelia - Great power point, 6th grade teachers! Teamwork is a major aspect of our lives, not only in school, but in all areas of our lives. Teaching our students to listen and learn, as well as value other's viewpoints and opinions is invaluable in teaching cooperation. Working together is another learned behavior that is why centers are so important in our kindergarten classes. Teamwork is taught. **

Pam Moody - I tell people that one of the best things about teaching at SCES is the teamwork among teachers. I think we do a great job of modeling teamwork at SCES.