It is hard to believe that the end of Quarter 1 is already here. This time of year traditionally can be the most stressful time of the year. With that in mind, the efforts that each of us put forth to build connections with our students are that much more important. When kids make mistakes, the best way for them to experience meaningful learning is a conversation with a respected adult with whom they have a connection. The message may not hit home right away, but wise words stay with them. I appreciate the time that each of you take for (especially our most challenging) students to build these relationships, even though sometimes it can seem like the message isn't getting through.
On to some updates...
WKCE Update
Hats off to Mrs. Morton, the 8th Grade Teachers, and everyone else involved in administering the WKCE. We executed a smooth administration of the WKCE in Social Studies and Science for our 8th Grade students. The Smarter Balanced Assessment will require more time and training for both staff and students.
Veteran's Day
We will continue our Veteran's Day tradition. The Middle School students and staff are invited to attend the Veteran's Day ceremony in the Don Kerr Gym at the High School. The ceremony will be on Tuesday, November 11th beginning at 9:00 am. Before the event, please discuss the reverence and respect that this ceremony demands with our students. The recent behavior of the MS/HS student body at these events has been something to brag to our community about. Thank you in advance for your efforts.
Finalizing SLO/PPG's
An update on the EEP's for the year. If you have not entered your SLO/PPG into Teachscape, please do so. After you are finished entering the information into Teachscape, please remember to hit "Submit". If it is just saved I cannot see it, or acknowledge the SLO/PPG. I would like to get a Mid-Year Review appointment on your calendars ahead of time to ensure we complete the Mid-Year Review at the appropriate time. If you see me, and remember this, let's set up those appointments.
Great Things Happening in Poynette
I just got an email yesterday from a Curriculum and Instruction Director from a nearby school district asking to share some of our Grading and Assessment practices. People are taking note of your ability to put sound educational theory into practice!
Next MS Staff Meeting
Wednesday
11/3/14
2:50 pm
Room 201
Data
Behavior Referrals through 9 weeks of school:
13-14 - 107 Events 56 Students
14-15 - 110 Events 41 Students
Attendance Rate:
13-14 - 96.40%
14-15 - 95.92%
Duty Schedule
Morning Duty - Deans, Fraser
Bus Duty - Greer
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PMS News and Notes
It is hard to believe that the end of Quarter 1 is already here. This time of year traditionally can be the most stressful time of the year. With that in mind, the efforts that each of us put forth to build connections with our students are that much more important. When kids make mistakes, the best way for them to experience meaningful learning is a conversation with a respected adult with whom they have a connection. The message may not hit home right away, but wise words stay with them. I appreciate the time that each of you take for (especially our most challenging) students to build these relationships, even though sometimes it can seem like the message isn't getting through.
On to some updates...
WKCE Update
Hats off to Mrs. Morton, the 8th Grade Teachers, and everyone else involved in administering the WKCE. We executed a smooth administration of the WKCE in Social Studies and Science for our 8th Grade students. The Smarter Balanced Assessment will require more time and training for both staff and students.
Veteran's Day
We will continue our Veteran's Day tradition. The Middle School students and staff are invited to attend the Veteran's Day ceremony in the Don Kerr Gym at the High School. The ceremony will be on Tuesday, November 11th beginning at 9:00 am. Before the event, please discuss the reverence and respect that this ceremony demands with our students. The recent behavior of the MS/HS student body at these events has been something to brag to our community about. Thank you in advance for your efforts.
Finalizing SLO/PPG's
An update on the EEP's for the year. If you have not entered your SLO/PPG into Teachscape, please do so. After you are finished entering the information into Teachscape, please remember to hit "Submit". If it is just saved I cannot see it, or acknowledge the SLO/PPG. I would like to get a Mid-Year Review appointment on your calendars ahead of time to ensure we complete the Mid-Year Review at the appropriate time. If you see me, and remember this, let's set up those appointments.
Great Things Happening in Poynette
I just got an email yesterday from a Curriculum and Instruction Director from a nearby school district asking to share some of our Grading and Assessment practices. People are taking note of your ability to put sound educational theory into practice!
Next MS Staff Meeting
Wednesday
11/3/14
2:50 pm
Room 201
Data
Behavior Referrals through 9 weeks of school:
13-14 - 107 Events 56 Students
14-15 - 110 Events 41 Students
Attendance Rate:
13-14 - 96.40%
14-15 - 95.92%
Duty Schedule
Morning Duty - Deans, Fraser
Bus Duty - Greer
On to some updates...
WKCE Update
Hats off to Mrs. Morton, the 8th Grade Teachers, and everyone else involved in administering the WKCE. We executed a smooth administration of the WKCE in Social Studies and Science for our 8th Grade students. The Smarter Balanced Assessment will require more time and training for both staff and students.
Veteran's Day
We will continue our Veteran's Day tradition. The Middle School students and staff are invited to attend the Veteran's Day ceremony in the Don Kerr Gym at the High School. The ceremony will be on Tuesday, November 11th beginning at 9:00 am. Before the event, please discuss the reverence and respect that this ceremony demands with our students. The recent behavior of the MS/HS student body at these events has been something to brag to our community about. Thank you in advance for your efforts.
Finalizing SLO/PPG's
An update on the EEP's for the year. If you have not entered your SLO/PPG into Teachscape, please do so. After you are finished entering the information into Teachscape, please remember to hit "Submit". If it is just saved I cannot see it, or acknowledge the SLO/PPG. I would like to get a Mid-Year Review appointment on your calendars ahead of time to ensure we complete the Mid-Year Review at the appropriate time. If you see me, and remember this, let's set up those appointments.
Great Things Happening in Poynette
I just got an email yesterday from a Curriculum and Instruction Director from a nearby school district asking to share some of our Grading and Assessment practices. People are taking note of your ability to put sound educational theory into practice!
Next MS Staff Meeting
Wednesday
11/3/14
2:50 pm
Room 201
Data
Behavior Referrals through 9 weeks of school:
13-14 - 107 Events 56 Students
14-15 - 110 Events 41 Students
Attendance Rate:
13-14 - 96.40%
14-15 - 95.92%
Duty Schedule
Morning Duty - Deans, Fraser
Bus Duty - Greer
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