I have an MEd and a degree in Elementary Education from Florida A&M University. I'm currently retired from employment as a school counselor. I also have an undergrad in elementary education, who also was able to make numerous connections with kids where other counselors, teachers failed. As a teacher, my expectations are different. I expect kids to be able to do well. I pull but I don't tear. I prod, I give them time to think. I'm accepting. I give chances for them to try and try agai...