Larry Thompson

💪 Self-Control Is a Muscle — And Schools Can Help Students Strengthen It

Every day, students face choices that test their self-control — from handling frustration to staying focused on tough assignments. Larry Thompson, creator of Responsibility-Centered Discipline™ (RCD™), says the key to better behavior isn’t more rules — it’s helping students build self-control like a muscle.

With the right guidance and “spotting” from educators, students can grow stronger through challenges instead of being rescued from them. Thompson emphasizes fostering mastery, autonomy and purpose — helping students learn from struggle, feel ownership over their choices, and see meaning in their efforts.

When schools coach rather than control, kids don’t just behave better — they become more confident, resilient and ready to take responsibility for their own success. 🌱Larry Thompson

We love learning about Responsibility-Centered Discipline! Dive in and learn how to build systems that transform student discipline and improve school climate. Learn more at www.givemfive.com

A day training in Kansas City meant dinner with two of my three beautiful daughters and catching up with a long time friend. Have a great year, Ashford!

Preliminary Session at Innovative Schools Summit in New York yesterday.

We are ready to learn from Larry Thompson! At the NYC Innovative Schools Summit, he will share helpful strategies with educators to lead defiant and manipulative students to success. You won’t want to miss it! More info at www.innovativeschoolssummit.com


Larry Thompson Responsibility-Centered Discipline

Cancelled flights so drove late into the night to provide training at JFK High School in Cedar Rapids.

The bar tender at the airport in Casper, Wyoming is a musician and the place was empty so we played some music. Thanks Debby! Made the delayed flight easier.

My morning coffee in Melbourne, Florida before training.

Sometimes we need the simple reminders…

Filming in Virginia a class for Kentucky’s new teachers and this was on my coffee table.