I love the idea of responsibility revolving around caring and compassion towards the greater community.
This ties into everything that is important in life, becoming a kind, caring, and accountable adult who respects their friends, family, community, and materials they use.
I think Genius Hour is such a beautiful opportunity for inquiry and also allows students to exemplify their good decision making. Giving kids freedom to explore and express themselves is very important for their future success - but I think we still have to monitor and guide students towards making better choices for themselves in a way that doesn't shame them.
I feel that shame has been used too often in education, as a classroom management tool. If we spend more time building student confidence and self-esteem, we will have similar results with a more positive outlook.
I love reaching to my friends who are teachers, who are from all walks of life, to learn about their experiences. What's worked in their classes, what hasn't - and seeking to try new activities, games, and behaviour management redirection.
I overall am pretty responsible, but sometimes take short cuts. I could focus a little better on self-care, because I think it impacts my overall health which in turn impacts my schooling.