Chapters 3&4: Quote #3 - Who is in charge of the classroom?

Quote:
The teacher in a classroom is the professional. By definition and law, ultimate responsibility for what happens in the classroom rests with the teacher. Nonetheless, a wise teacher understands that virtually everything in the classroom will work better if it "belongs to us" rather than "belonging to me."
(Fulfilling the Promise, page 53, bottom of the left column)

Response:
One of my goals as becoming a teacher, is to figure out a way to have each student involved and feeling like they are needed within my classroom. As a student feels like there is some sort of responsibility placed on them they will do their best to accomplish the tasks they are given. I want my students to know that when they are gone this leaves a whole that can not be filled by any other student. By having a classroom community where everyone feels comfortable, the students will be more willing to take on the tasks they are given. I hope that my students will feel like they are part of something that is bigger than just them. The classroom really does need to belong to "us", instead of just "me" or "the teacher". Also a teacher does not have enough time to take care of all the responsibilities within their classroom. By having tasks or responsibilities for the students it will help sink in the idea of a united classroom, where everyone needs to work together.