Middle school students stand up and apologize for interrupting ? What’s that all about?
At Island Pacific School, learning isn’t just about mastering subjects—it’s about mastering ourselves. It’s about knowing how to listen, how to contribute, and, just as importantly, how to recover when we misstep.
That’s why, when a student interrupts someone—whether it’s a teacher or a classmate—they don’t just mumble “sorry” and move on. They stand up. They pause, acknowledge the interruption, and offer a simple, deliberate apology before sitting back down. It’s a small act, but one that carries real weight.
This isn’t about embarrassment or guilt—it’s about owning our actions. Words matter. Conversations are shared spaces, and learning how to respect them is just as important as learning how to speak up. By making this tiny but intentional gesture, students internalize something essential: respect isn’t just a concept, it’s a practice.
At IPS, we don’t just teach students how to think—we teach them how to move through the world with wisdom, courage, and integrity. And sometimes, that starts with standing up and saying, “I’m sorry, please continue.”
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