Friday, October 9, 2015

The Middle Update 10/9/15

Our professional development morning has gotten off to a great start.  It is really exciting to hear and see the results that come out of professionals working together!  Check below for some news and notes.

Safety Drills
We will be conducting a fire drill on Tuesday, October 13, 2015.  We will practice an Administrative Hold later this month.  Please review these procedures with your students.

Parent-Teacher Conferences Round 1 Update
It appears that our work to be more effective and efficient in our parent-teacher conferences paid off after round 1.  Most people reported almost perfect attendance at the conferences.  Click HERE to view the perceptions of MS teachers about the first night of conferences.

 Updated Website
If you have visited our website recently, you'll notice that it has been updated.  The website is such an important tool for people looking to learn more about our district.  In my opinion, the changes project a fresh, progressive look.  Thanks to Ms. Niemeyer, who worked hard during the last 6 months on the transition.  Check it out!

 Puma Pride Committee Meeting
There will be a Puma Pride Committee Meeting on Wednesday, 10/21 from 2:50 to 3:30 in Mrs. Hendrickson's room.  We will check in on our progress after implementing several new ideas that stemmed from last year's work.  We will also begin the process of tackling the issue of "communication" not only from core teachers to applied teachers, but also within grade levels.  Anyone is welcome to attend and be a part of the group.

Staff Share
Once again, I am looking for staff members that are willing to present a "best practice" from their classroom at a staff meeting.  Let me know if you when you are ready to present.

Wipes in Classroom
Recently we ordered Klorox wipes for each classroom.  These can be used to disinfect any areas where germs and bacteria can commonly be distributed.  You will be seeing them in your classroom soon.

Twitter Find of the Week
 3 hours ago
Find great resources for innovations in assessment during .
4 retweets4 favorites
 
 
 

 For all the Math Teachers
 6 minutes ago
More on writing in mathematics. Using questions and prompts to facilitate the writing process.

Duty Next Week
Morning - Johnson
Bus - Frehner

 Data
Behavior Referral Data (through 6 weeks)
13-14 - 40 Events, 39 Students
14-15 - 61 Events, 21 Students
15-16 - 21 Events, 18 Students
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The Middle Update 10/9/15

Our professional development morning has gotten off to a great start.  It is really exciting to hear and see the results that come out of professionals working together!  Check below for some news and notes.

Safety Drills
We will be conducting a fire drill on Tuesday, October 13, 2015.  We will practice an Administrative Hold later this month.  Please review these procedures with your students.

Parent-Teacher Conferences Round 1 Update
It appears that our work to be more effective and efficient in our parent-teacher conferences paid off after round 1.  Most people reported almost perfect attendance at the conferences.  Click HERE to view the perceptions of MS teachers about the first night of conferences.

 Updated Website
If you have visited our website recently, you'll notice that it has been updated.  The website is such an important tool for people looking to learn more about our district.  In my opinion, the changes project a fresh, progressive look.  Thanks to Ms. Niemeyer, who worked hard during the last 6 months on the transition.  Check it out!

 Puma Pride Committee Meeting
There will be a Puma Pride Committee Meeting on Wednesday, 10/21 from 2:50 to 3:30 in Mrs. Hendrickson's room.  We will check in on our progress after implementing several new ideas that stemmed from last year's work.  We will also begin the process of tackling the issue of "communication" not only from core teachers to applied teachers, but also within grade levels.  Anyone is welcome to attend and be a part of the group.

Staff Share
Once again, I am looking for staff members that are willing to present a "best practice" from their classroom at a staff meeting.  Let me know if you when you are ready to present.

Wipes in Classroom
Recently we ordered Klorox wipes for each classroom.  These can be used to disinfect any areas where germs and bacteria can commonly be distributed.  You will be seeing them in your classroom soon.

Twitter Find of the Week
 3 hours ago
Find great resources for innovations in assessment during .
4 retweets4 favorites
 
 
 

 For all the Math Teachers
 6 minutes ago
More on writing in mathematics. Using questions and prompts to facilitate the writing process.

Duty Next Week
Morning - Johnson
Bus - Frehner

 Data
Behavior Referral Data (through 6 weeks)
13-14 - 40 Events, 39 Students
14-15 - 61 Events, 21 Students
15-16 - 21 Events, 18 Students