In Strong School Cultures, People Articulate the Following CORE Beliefs Through How They Behave:
All Students Can Learn at High Levels
All Students Will Learn Because of What We Do
Students Do Well if They Can
What WE Do Makes the Difference for the Kids in School
We Never Give Up On Kids
Resource of the Week
Last week I got the opportunity to listen to Jimmy Casas. Jimmy has written many books, was a successful principal, and now is sharing his knowledge and expertise throughout the country. His message is strong, and the books he has written, the blogs he posts are really helpful for anyone looking to be more successful in their work in schools today.
The resource this week is short, and is helpful for all of us. All of us encounter dilemmas and collaborate with each other to solve the problem. Jimmy provides tips for how to make the most of these collaborative opportunities.
"4 Step Process to Become a Better Listener and Problem Solver" - Jimmy Casas
Time for 3rd Quarter Grade Posting
Three weeks down in the 3rd Quarter already! Please have student progress grades posted in the standards you have been working in by the end of the day on Wednesday. At this time, you should also post on overall grades for Puma Pride standards in: "Follows Classroom Expectations" and "Completes and Returns Work in a Timely Manner". By mid-term, you should post on the other two: "Treats Others With Kindness" and "Puts Forth Effort to Produce High Quality Work". See the Puma Pride Guidelines for the differential between expectations for core classes and our specials.
Assembly Follow-Up
I think the students enjoyed our time together last Friday celebrating. By sharing the comparisons of our school report cards with the kids, it is my hope to embed a strong sense of pride, along with the cultural belief that our classrooms are filled with excellence...both excellent students and teachers that facilitate exceptional learning for our kids. We all should be proud of the score that is reflected in our school report card, and stay hungry to continue our ascension in the state. You all are the main reason for our student success.
If you have any pictures that you'd be willing to share, or ideas for our next celebration opportunity, please pass them along.
Welcome Opal!
Last week, we welcomed Mrs. Hoffman back to our building and we are excited to have her. She'll be working as an interventionist in the afternoons at the Middle School after working with the Elementary students in the morning. We were able to put a schedule together and arrange for her to meet student needs better than we were before. She already has started working with students. Welcome back Opal!
AWSA Duties
My AWSA duties will take me away from the building again this week. Mrs. Moe will be here all day on Thursday and Friday. My schedule is pretty full during the day, but will be responding to anything that needs my assistance in the evening.
Custodian Shout-Out
I could post this every week, but I wanted to highlight how great our custodians are! Thank you to Darci, Jean, and Randy for all you do to maintain a clean, sanitized learning environment for all of us! You are very much appreciated! If you see any of them this week, or any day for that matter, please extend your gratitude!
Images from the Week
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