Micro Elementary School Newsletter
Holiday Edition
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Staff,
I hope this Holiday Newsletter finds you well. You all deserve a restful and joyful break. Enjoy your family time. I challenge you to also use time to reflect and make goals for the upcoming year. What do you want to accomplish professionally? How will you continue to grow as an educator?
I cannot wait to see what we accomplish together in 2018!
Blogs, articles, and growth opportunities.
Micro Headlines
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- If you have not already, please nominate someone to receive the Micro Elementary Leading With a Heart Award. Click here:) A ballot with nominees will come out by January 3rd.
- Sharpen your saw! Keep reflecting on your Micro Book Club Learning Experience by using the Twitter Hashtag #Micro2020. There has been some great sharing. Document your progress on your Book Study Sheet. We can really push our professional learning through our conversations.
- PBL Share Time: Please contact me if your grade level is interested in sharing an upcoming PBL Unit at our January staff meeting. 2nd grade will be sharing in December:)
Our Angel Tree helped out 24 families including 71 children. Thanks to everyone that participated. You made a difference!
January Character Trait
Dependability-Keeping your promises.
We are all on the Good List!
Micro Tree LIghting
December Character Kids
Micro Staff Social Contract
Make the community feel welcome
Treat others with respect
Demonstrate Teamwork
Be Open-Minded
Be Positive
Be supportive
Important Dates
Optional Workday: January 2nd, 2018
Students Return: January 3rd, 2018
SIT Meeting: January 10th, 2018
5th Grade PBL Planning: January 9th
Kindergarten PBL Planning: January 10th
4th Grade PBL Planning: January 11th
2nd Grade PBL Planning: January 12th
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday: January 15th, 2018
Staff Meeting: January 17th, 2018
1st Grade PBL PLanning: January 24th
Committee Meetings: January 24th, 2018
Early Release Day: January 25th, 2018
Required Classroom Workday: January 26th, 2018
January Character Assembly: January 30th, 2018
First Grade American Flag Assembly: January 31st @ 9:00
Reminders and Links
- Nominate teachers for the FSI Teacher of the Week: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5QG3BVX
- Monthly Needs Assessment Form