Hi, my name is Olivia, and I am a red-pen-aholic. Give me an error-ridden essay and a red pen,
and I will make that paper bleed. My
desk looks like the Boston Massacre, and so does every event program, church
bulletin, or other piece of print that dares to come my way. Unfortunately, my inky addiction can hurt
those closest to me, including my innocent, well-meaning students. I know that students need affirmation and positive
feedback, but when time is limited, it’s easy to get caught in the pen’s
crimson grasp and forget to leave words of encouragement. This year I ordered a happy yellow stamp to
pump up the positive in my feedback. It
says, “You Just Made My Day! –Mrs. Gold,” and while I know this is only a
start, I know that I will look for any excuse to stamp my message because it is
so bright and cheery!
Here’s to hoping
my hyper-sensitivity to good work will help me write more meaningful feedback,
as well. What are some fun ways you have
found to leave positive feedback?
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