Truth, goodness, and beauty are found in a well managed classroom. As we teach and train procedures and habits, we have the opportunity to train character and virtue. When students stand and greet visitors to the classroom with respectful joy, they are being trained to honor others. The vision is beautiful, but how do we get there? My talk is very practical in the what, why, and how of training procedures. The first days of school are critical for setting the tone for the whole year.

Laura Keesee has been teaching Kindergarten at The Stonehaven School in Marietta, Georgia since it was established in 2004. She is thankful for the privilege of partnering with parents in the education, nurture, and godly training of their children.