The Promise of Monday

January 22, 2024

Promise Principle: Belonging

This promise fulfilled means everyone in Mesquite ISD honors their place in the world with confidence, curiosity, and a commitment to build connections.

Promise Habit: Open Your Mind

Consider a variety of perspectives, opinions, or beliefs, even if they are different from yours.

Characteristics of open-mindedness

People who are open-minded share several characteristics such as:

🤔 Willing to have their ideas challenged

😌 Staying calm when they are wrong

🥹 Feeling empathy for other people

🧠 Thinking about what others are thinking

🥸 Being humble about their knowledge and expertise

👂 Wanting to hear what other people have to say

🙋 Believing everyone has a right to share their beliefs and thoughts

Your mind🧠 is like a parachute🪂, it doesn't work if it isn't open.

Learn how to keep an open mind with these resources:

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How to Be Open-Minded and Why It Matters

Contradict yourself to become more open-minded - Psychology Compass

One Globe Kids: Friends Around the World an app to teach kids about open-mindedness

Note: these external resources have been reviewed by a committee of MISD educators, however the ideas expressed by these organizations, or individuals, do not necessarily represent the practices of Mesquite ISD.

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Mesquite ISD Leadership and Empowerment

The Mesquite Promise outlines four principles and 16 habits for adults and young people to embody themselves and encourage in others. The promise is not one more "new program" or expensive curriculum. The Promise exists in each of us through teachable moments and everyday interactions.

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