Sunday, February 5, 2017

The Middle Update 2/3/17

Another great week starts Monday.  As we head into the 3rd week of the quarter, we continue our daily focus on utilizing each minute with our students; providing them opportunities and feedback that guide them to knowledge and skill attainment that they never thought was possible.  The decisions that we make on a daily basis make a difference, and it is fun to be part of a collective group that strives to make the most out of each classroom minute as we work to be the best district in the state.

Budget Information
It is almost time to formally prepare next year's budget.  More details will be provided soon in terms of forms and deadlines...for right now, please be thinking about and planning for classroom materials that will drive student achievement in your classroom for next year.

Forward Exam Information
As February approaches, we have begun to start preparations for the administration of another successful Forward Exam.  At this time, we have tentatively settled on the dates and times.  This schedule is still in a draft form.  At this time, please review the dates for your planning, and more information about groups and preparation will be communicated as we get closer.

Forward Exam Testing Schedule

 Master Schedule Adjustment
Starting on Monday, February 13, we'll be adding minutes to our school day, which will affect our daily schedule.  Please review the schedule below, noting new dismissal times for some classes and lunch.

 PMS Master Schedule - beginning 2/13

Article (video) of the Week
Over the course of the past few school years, we have worked hard to plan and organize our classes using the backwards planning model.  This work will never be completely finished...as we work on planning our units, a focus on making authentic assessment opportunities a regular part of each class is critical for maximizing learning and engagement.  Check out the short video below to get a glimpse of how teachers implement and view authentic assessment opportunities.  We have many of these great practices happening in our building, and it is important that we continue to build these practices as a regular experience in all of our classes.
Upcoming Meetings
Puma Pride Committee - Monday (2/6) at 2:50 in Mr. Odden's room
Literacy Committee - Tuesday (2/7) at 2:50 in Mrs. Rogness' room

 Congrats to Ms. Vian
Ms. Vian has been working on her hexagon inspired quilt for many months, and she found out it was recently accepted into the International Quilt Festival in Chicago.  Great job Bridget!











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Morning - Hazard, Johnson
Bus - Filerman

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The Middle Update 2/3/17

Another great week starts Monday.  As we head into the 3rd week of the quarter, we continue our daily focus on utilizing each minute with our students; providing them opportunities and feedback that guide them to knowledge and skill attainment that they never thought was possible.  The decisions that we make on a daily basis make a difference, and it is fun to be part of a collective group that strives to make the most out of each classroom minute as we work to be the best district in the state.

Budget Information
It is almost time to formally prepare next year's budget.  More details will be provided soon in terms of forms and deadlines...for right now, please be thinking about and planning for classroom materials that will drive student achievement in your classroom for next year.

Forward Exam Information
As February approaches, we have begun to start preparations for the administration of another successful Forward Exam.  At this time, we have tentatively settled on the dates and times.  This schedule is still in a draft form.  At this time, please review the dates for your planning, and more information about groups and preparation will be communicated as we get closer.

Forward Exam Testing Schedule

 Master Schedule Adjustment
Starting on Monday, February 13, we'll be adding minutes to our school day, which will affect our daily schedule.  Please review the schedule below, noting new dismissal times for some classes and lunch.

 PMS Master Schedule - beginning 2/13

Article (video) of the Week
Over the course of the past few school years, we have worked hard to plan and organize our classes using the backwards planning model.  This work will never be completely finished...as we work on planning our units, a focus on making authentic assessment opportunities a regular part of each class is critical for maximizing learning and engagement.  Check out the short video below to get a glimpse of how teachers implement and view authentic assessment opportunities.  We have many of these great practices happening in our building, and it is important that we continue to build these practices as a regular experience in all of our classes.
Upcoming Meetings
Puma Pride Committee - Monday (2/6) at 2:50 in Mr. Odden's room
Literacy Committee - Tuesday (2/7) at 2:50 in Mrs. Rogness' room

 Congrats to Ms. Vian
Ms. Vian has been working on her hexagon inspired quilt for many months, and she found out it was recently accepted into the International Quilt Festival in Chicago.  Great job Bridget!











Duty Next Week
Morning - Hazard, Johnson
Bus - Filerman

 Data