Tell+the+Story

__Description__ Tell the story: not just what happened, but tell it in a way that will be memorable. Stories have been an important part of people's lives for thousands of years. "Stories put a human face on success. They tell us that someone just like us can make it happen".(p. 106)  __Examples__ i. When you recognize someone, be sure to tell the story of what was done in as much detail as you can. ii. Incorporate storytelling into your next strategic planning process. Tell the story of your future plans, rather than relating them as bulleted points on an overhead. __ Class Examples __ Opening of school - principal's vision of school told through what he values as an educator and student Anecdotes more interesting to listen to - personal connection
 * Tell the Story **

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