Article of the Week
A shorty this week, but the message is powerful. Hattie found that Teacher Expectations for Students had the highest effect size in his analysis of educational research. As I grow deeper in my own parenthood, I find that I want everyone that my children come into contact with to expect the very best out of them...behaviorally, academically, and athletically...I think I speak for the parents of our students too. The article is a solid reminder of how to do that with each kid in each one of our classrooms.
"Why Teacher Expectations are Important for Student Achievement"
Mid-Term Grades
Please have student progress grades posted by the end of the day Monday, December 3rd. I will be sending a message home indicating that the progress grades have been updated. This is a great time to provide an update for how students are performing in the Puma Pride standards for your class so far in the 2nd quarter.
Holiday Splash
Many talents will be on display at the annual Holiday Splash, which will take place at Poynette High School on Monday, December 3rd at 6:00pm. All are welcome to enjoy the festivity.
Student of the Month Breakfast This Week
We will welcome the families of this month's recipients at our monthly recognition breakfast this Thursday (12/6) at 7:00am. Thanks to Mr. Kallungi, Mr. Williams, Ms. Pittner, and Mr. Gavin for presenting this month. Congratulations to this month's recipients:
Morgan Gunderson Piper Johnson Zander Potter Felicia Ritzke
Hazel Ruckle Hannah Seas Dylan Trudell Sawyer Ullsvik
PuMaS Staff Meeting
Our next Middle School Staff Meeting will be on Wednesday, December 12th from 2:50 - 3:30 in Mrs. Rogness' room.
Holiday Concert
Mark your calendars for the Middle School Holiday Concert. Our students are set to display their talents on Tuesday, December 18th starting at 7:00 in the 1-8 gym.
Middle School Play Update
Tryouts for our Middle School Play will begin after break this year, with the performance set to take place at the end of March. This is different than what we've done in past years.
Holiday Season
It's the most wonderful time of the year...I love the holiday season, just like many of us do, however, unfortunately for some of our students, this is a very difficult time. These next three weeks especially may be difficult because they are anxious for the Holidays and scared of what may happen over break. We also have parents that hold "presents" or "no presents" over our students which can cause more problems than help. We should try to be as proactive as possible when dealing with students or understanding of this. Please let me know if you need any help. The holiday season can be great and memorable for many, but miserable for many others.Images from the Week
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