BILL SCOTT

BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH

Bill Scott, Principal of Chalker Elementary in Kennesaw, Georgia, has classroom teaching experience ranging from kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for his high energy and infectious enthusiasm, Bill has helped teachers and schools develop programs for students’ success. He created a program for at-risk youth, “Do Your Best Don’t Settle for Less,” a presentation to promote positive self-esteem. Bill often presents to new teacher and administrative groups, sharing an inspiring yet practical message on the “nitty gritty” of being an educator. He has also shared the principles of Positive Discipline in the classroom with many faculties and staffs throughout the United States. Positive Discipline is a behavior management system with the key ingredients of kindness, respect, firmness and encouragement. This behavior management system fits like a glove with Character Education. By combining Positive Discipline with Character Education, Bill has seen students at his school create a climate in which they have great pride.

Bill earned a B.A. degree from Kent State University in Elementary Education, an M.A. degree from Georgia State University in Early Childhood Education, and an Ed.S. degree from Jacksonville State University in School Administration. He has received numerous awards and recognition as an educator. Among his credits are: 1983 Brumby Elementary Teacher of the Year, 1988 Kennesaw State University Assistant Principal Institute, 1990 Top 38 Educational Leaders in the State of Georgia, 1992 Administrator of the Year, and 1993 Member of Georgia’s Governor Leadership Team, 1998 Golden Apple Recipient, 2002 Georgia PTA Outstanding Principal of the Year.

With more than twenty years of experience as an educator, he feels his greatest success has been shoolwide implementation Positive Discipline in the Classroom, and helping each student experience success. Bill has served as the keynote speaker at several educational conferences throughout the United States. Most recently he was invited to Reykjavik, Iceland, to speak to a group of educators, parents and business leaders about the positive results of Positive Discipline in American schools and households.




Bill Scott

Educator, Motivational Speaker
Lecturer, Behavior Specialist

Training in the following areas: Positive Discipline, Self-esteem, Character Education


“The lesson you teach today is not confined to the walls of your classroom. Once it is implanted in the heart and mind of a child, it can change the world.” Author Unknown