The Middle Update 1/25/19
Cold, cold, cold...no matter what the weather throws at us, we know high level teaching and learning will be a constant in every classroom in our school.
Resource of the Week
Here at our school, we are striving to have a school where EVERY student feels welcome and supported by everyone, staff members and fellow students. In the article you'll notice that our school fits the criteria for higher levels of reported bullying (being that we are a middle school and are almost all white). The USA Today article recaps the survey and offers solutions. The 2nd website goes deeper into this topic, and offers this important statement:
"When adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior they send the message that it is not acceptable. Research shows this can stop bullying behavior over time."
"One-Third of Middle- and High Schoolers Were Bullied Last Year, Study Shows" - USA Today
StopBullying.gov
We are all in this together. Thank you for your attention and redirection in these instances. Together we set the tone for the accepted behavior in our school.
Homeroom Updates
In Homeroom on Friday, we will be conducting our Lesson Plans that include reviewing Report Cards with students. We will also be having our All ME treat in the cafeteria after school.
Student of the Month Breakfast Update
Due to the weather, we had to postpone our SOM Breakfast from this past week. It will now be this coming Thursday (1/31) morning....pending the weather
First 5, Last 5
The first five minutes of class sets the tone for the learning that will take place in the classroom, and the last five minutes helps to strengthen the connections made with the learning goals of the lesson. The first and last 5 minutes of each class also impact on the learning culture of the entire school.
Next Year's Budget Requests
We are approaching budget season once again. It is time to start thinking about next year, and what materials you may need to take the learning to the next level. Budget materials will be distributed by the business office in mid-February, and will be due to my office by mid-March. Now is the time to start discussions about materials/resources that can help us further achieve our goals for next school year.
Images of the Week
The Middle Update 1/25/19
Cold, cold, cold...no matter what the weather throws at us, we know high level teaching and learning will be a constant in every classroom in our school.
Resource of the Week
Here at our school, we are striving to have a school where EVERY student feels welcome and supported by everyone, staff members and fellow students. In the article you'll notice that our school fits the criteria for higher levels of reported bullying (being that we are a middle school and are almost all white). The USA Today article recaps the survey and offers solutions. The 2nd website goes deeper into this topic, and offers this important statement:
"When adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior they send the message that it is not acceptable. Research shows this can stop bullying behavior over time."
"One-Third of Middle- and High Schoolers Were Bullied Last Year, Study Shows" - USA Today
StopBullying.gov
We are all in this together. Thank you for your attention and redirection in these instances. Together we set the tone for the accepted behavior in our school.
Homeroom Updates
In Homeroom on Friday, we will be conducting our Lesson Plans that include reviewing Report Cards with students. We will also be having our All ME treat in the cafeteria after school.
Student of the Month Breakfast Update
Due to the weather, we had to postpone our SOM Breakfast from this past week. It will now be this coming Thursday (1/31) morning....pending the weather
First 5, Last 5
The first five minutes of class sets the tone for the learning that will take place in the classroom, and the last five minutes helps to strengthen the connections made with the learning goals of the lesson. The first and last 5 minutes of each class also impact on the learning culture of the entire school.
Next Year's Budget Requests
We are approaching budget season once again. It is time to start thinking about next year, and what materials you may need to take the learning to the next level. Budget materials will be distributed by the business office in mid-February, and will be due to my office by mid-March. Now is the time to start discussions about materials/resources that can help us further achieve our goals for next school year.
Images of the Week
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