I am proud to be a Poynette Puma. Below is some important information from this past week, and the week ahead! Have a great day everyone!
Professional Development Day next Friday 1/23
Next Friday, we will host another day of professional development. The schedule is HERE. This will be another solid opportunity for collaboration, and to spread around the knowledge that we have right here on our staff.
Educator Effectiveness Tip
I have been getting an opportunity to really look deeper into the critical attributes associated with each domain of the Danielson Framework. I thought I'd share a tip or two in this space. For 3C: Engaging Students in Learning, a Level 4 (Distinguished) critical attribute that everyone can do in their classroom everyday...Students have an opportunity for reflection and closure on the lesson to consolidate their understanding. This opportunity is really important for students to make a deeper connection with the material that they just worked hard to learn.
MS Celebration Activity on Thursday, 1/22/15
We will be running a celebration activity next Thursday. The purpose of this event must be for us to continue to build and grow our culture by working on the relationships that we have established with our students. As the day approaches, be thinking of those students that could be really getting on our nerves...please look to seek out an opportunity during this day to try to connect with as many kids as you can, but these kids especially. There are no easy answers for how to get some of these students back on the right track, but research continually shows that relationships and connections have proven the most effective. Taking time for a student is like putting money in a bank, that we know we may have to withdraw later...Staff assignments and details will be shared either later today or Monday. We will have normal classes till 10:15 am. If you have questions, let me know. Special thanks again to Mr. Jorgensen, Mrs. Greer, Mr. Kallungi, and Mrs. McNicol for their extra work to make this event a reality.
I know there has been questions about student eligibility to go on the trip, and I apologize for the air of uncertainty out there...there are different philosophies and viewpoints regarding "reward days"...at this time, my philosophy is that if a student gets into some trouble, they need to have immediate consequences, serve them, and get right back to getting the opportunity to build back trust...(I do reserve the right to change my mind on this philosophy)...however, any student in question I will have direct communication with them about their attendance on this day.
Classroom Go-Kits
Throughout the course of the year, we have been working on our safety plan. Part of that plan involves classroom "Go-Kits". These will be in a red envelope that should be visible in the room, and hung somewhere close to the door. The red envelopes will be distributed soon along with more information about safety procedures.
Budget Time
This is a reminder the be thinking of classroom supplies and materials that could take student learning to the next level in your classroom. Budget time is right around the corner...
Yearbook Pictures
This is a reminder that if you have taken pictures, please email them to me, and I'll forward them to the Parent Club for the yearbook.
Educational Politics
The Assembly and the State Senate have produced their own versions of a school accountability bill. There has been a public forum on the bill, and the Governor has spoken about his view on the bill. This debate has been interesting to follow...if you are interested in the SAA's take, you can view their testimony that was heard by the Education Committee this week.
Twitter Find of the Week
Are today's youth lazier and more disrespectful than ever???...Click HERE for a short take on the matter...from @justintarte
Duty Next Week
Morning Duty - Frehner, Graeve
Bus Duty - O'Connor
Data
Behavioral Referrals for corresponding time period in the 2nd Quarter.
14-15 - 67 Events, 38 Students
13-14 - 85 Events, 55 Students
12-13 - 67 Events, 44 Students
11-12 - 218 Events, 80 Students
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PMS News & Notes 1/16/15
I am proud to be a Poynette Puma. Below is some important information from this past week, and the week ahead! Have a great day everyone!
Professional Development Day next Friday 1/23
Next Friday, we will host another day of professional development. The schedule is HERE. This will be another solid opportunity for collaboration, and to spread around the knowledge that we have right here on our staff.
Educator Effectiveness Tip
I have been getting an opportunity to really look deeper into the critical attributes associated with each domain of the Danielson Framework. I thought I'd share a tip or two in this space. For 3C: Engaging Students in Learning, a Level 4 (Distinguished) critical attribute that everyone can do in their classroom everyday...Students have an opportunity for reflection and closure on the lesson to consolidate their understanding. This opportunity is really important for students to make a deeper connection with the material that they just worked hard to learn.
MS Celebration Activity on Thursday, 1/22/15
We will be running a celebration activity next Thursday. The purpose of this event must be for us to continue to build and grow our culture by working on the relationships that we have established with our students. As the day approaches, be thinking of those students that could be really getting on our nerves...please look to seek out an opportunity during this day to try to connect with as many kids as you can, but these kids especially. There are no easy answers for how to get some of these students back on the right track, but research continually shows that relationships and connections have proven the most effective. Taking time for a student is like putting money in a bank, that we know we may have to withdraw later...Staff assignments and details will be shared either later today or Monday. We will have normal classes till 10:15 am. If you have questions, let me know. Special thanks again to Mr. Jorgensen, Mrs. Greer, Mr. Kallungi, and Mrs. McNicol for their extra work to make this event a reality.
I know there has been questions about student eligibility to go on the trip, and I apologize for the air of uncertainty out there...there are different philosophies and viewpoints regarding "reward days"...at this time, my philosophy is that if a student gets into some trouble, they need to have immediate consequences, serve them, and get right back to getting the opportunity to build back trust...(I do reserve the right to change my mind on this philosophy)...however, any student in question I will have direct communication with them about their attendance on this day.
Classroom Go-Kits
Throughout the course of the year, we have been working on our safety plan. Part of that plan involves classroom "Go-Kits". These will be in a red envelope that should be visible in the room, and hung somewhere close to the door. The red envelopes will be distributed soon along with more information about safety procedures.
Budget Time
This is a reminder the be thinking of classroom supplies and materials that could take student learning to the next level in your classroom. Budget time is right around the corner...
Yearbook Pictures
This is a reminder that if you have taken pictures, please email them to me, and I'll forward them to the Parent Club for the yearbook.
Educational Politics
The Assembly and the State Senate have produced their own versions of a school accountability bill. There has been a public forum on the bill, and the Governor has spoken about his view on the bill. This debate has been interesting to follow...if you are interested in the SAA's take, you can view their testimony that was heard by the Education Committee this week.
Twitter Find of the Week
Are today's youth lazier and more disrespectful than ever???...Click HERE for a short take on the matter...from @justintarte
Duty Next Week
Morning Duty - Frehner, Graeve
Bus Duty - O'Connor
Data
Behavioral Referrals for corresponding time period in the 2nd Quarter.
14-15 - 67 Events, 38 Students
13-14 - 85 Events, 55 Students
12-13 - 67 Events, 44 Students
11-12 - 218 Events, 80 Students
Professional Development Day next Friday 1/23
Next Friday, we will host another day of professional development. The schedule is HERE. This will be another solid opportunity for collaboration, and to spread around the knowledge that we have right here on our staff.
Educator Effectiveness Tip
I have been getting an opportunity to really look deeper into the critical attributes associated with each domain of the Danielson Framework. I thought I'd share a tip or two in this space. For 3C: Engaging Students in Learning, a Level 4 (Distinguished) critical attribute that everyone can do in their classroom everyday...Students have an opportunity for reflection and closure on the lesson to consolidate their understanding. This opportunity is really important for students to make a deeper connection with the material that they just worked hard to learn.
MS Celebration Activity on Thursday, 1/22/15
We will be running a celebration activity next Thursday. The purpose of this event must be for us to continue to build and grow our culture by working on the relationships that we have established with our students. As the day approaches, be thinking of those students that could be really getting on our nerves...please look to seek out an opportunity during this day to try to connect with as many kids as you can, but these kids especially. There are no easy answers for how to get some of these students back on the right track, but research continually shows that relationships and connections have proven the most effective. Taking time for a student is like putting money in a bank, that we know we may have to withdraw later...Staff assignments and details will be shared either later today or Monday. We will have normal classes till 10:15 am. If you have questions, let me know. Special thanks again to Mr. Jorgensen, Mrs. Greer, Mr. Kallungi, and Mrs. McNicol for their extra work to make this event a reality.
I know there has been questions about student eligibility to go on the trip, and I apologize for the air of uncertainty out there...there are different philosophies and viewpoints regarding "reward days"...at this time, my philosophy is that if a student gets into some trouble, they need to have immediate consequences, serve them, and get right back to getting the opportunity to build back trust...(I do reserve the right to change my mind on this philosophy)...however, any student in question I will have direct communication with them about their attendance on this day.
Classroom Go-Kits
Throughout the course of the year, we have been working on our safety plan. Part of that plan involves classroom "Go-Kits". These will be in a red envelope that should be visible in the room, and hung somewhere close to the door. The red envelopes will be distributed soon along with more information about safety procedures.
Budget Time
This is a reminder the be thinking of classroom supplies and materials that could take student learning to the next level in your classroom. Budget time is right around the corner...
Yearbook Pictures
This is a reminder that if you have taken pictures, please email them to me, and I'll forward them to the Parent Club for the yearbook.
Educational Politics
The Assembly and the State Senate have produced their own versions of a school accountability bill. There has been a public forum on the bill, and the Governor has spoken about his view on the bill. This debate has been interesting to follow...if you are interested in the SAA's take, you can view their testimony that was heard by the Education Committee this week.
Twitter Find of the Week
Are today's youth lazier and more disrespectful than ever???...Click HERE for a short take on the matter...from @justintarte
Duty Next Week
Morning Duty - Frehner, Graeve
Bus Duty - O'Connor
Data
Behavioral Referrals for corresponding time period in the 2nd Quarter.
14-15 - 67 Events, 38 Students
13-14 - 85 Events, 55 Students
12-13 - 67 Events, 44 Students
11-12 - 218 Events, 80 Students
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