Giving Them Opportunities

I've had a couple of irritating situations this week. I know it stems from different perspectives on older children...well, and some control-freak-ism (that's a new term I've developed). It's just that I like to give my older students opportunities to demonstrate responsibility and see my confidence in them to do so. We are releasing them into adulthood after all. Within reason, of course, I think it's a good challenge for them. Other adults seem to really struggle with that notion though. I don't know if it's more of an elementary mindset or a need to be in control. Regardless, it bugs me. :) I so wish I could have the secondary kids in another facility sometimes. Way less drama...guaranteed.