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3 top tips for teachers

At some time during my 42 years in education, I finally came to realize that three things are essential to be a good teacher.

1. Maintain high standards.

2. Be firm, but fair.

3. Catch them doing something good and praise, praise, praise.

Loren Gaither, Fresno

This story was originally published August 29, 2015 at 8:18 AM with the headline "3 top tips for teachers."

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