Hackberry Howl
Vol. 4 No. 28
LOVE-SERVE-CARE
PLC WEEK 1
Our Summer Book Study--Wild Card by Hope and Wade King
In this book, Wade and Hope King show you how to draw on your authentic self--your past experiences, personality quirks, interests, hobbies, and strengths--to deliver your content creatively. If you are a high school teacher or a kindergarten teacher, the seven steps in The Wild Card will give you the knowledge and the confidence to bring creative teaching strategies into your classroom. You'll learn...
- Why the deck is not stacked against you, no matter what kind of hand you've been dealt
- Why you should never listen to the Joker
- How to identify the "Ace up your sleeve" and use it to create classroom magic
- How to apply the "Rules of Rigor" in order to fuse creativity with learning
- How to become the Wild Card that changes the game for your students
ELAR Strategy of the Week
Strategies that Promote Comprehension
http://www.readingrockets.org/article/strategies-promote-comprehension
By Darcie Brodsky and Ashley Measles
Math Strategy of the Week
Using Math Apps to Increase Understanding
https://www.edutopia.org/blog/10-apps-for-math-fluency-monica-burns
By: Kim Northcutt
ESL Strategy of the Week
Scaffolding children’s learning
By: Vanessa Moya & Mariza Escamilla
Article of the Week
Hackberry Happenings!
Monday, February 18th
- Run Club 4:15
- PROFESSIONAL LEARNING DAY-Click on Link for schedule https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XDAQMpy-Y4caaiHOKGm4sB_7LB0w4BSBQvON9LvAmuE/edit?ts=5c699516
Attire: College Shirt and Jeans or Professional Dress
Hours: 7:45-4:00
Tuesday, February 19th
- Richardson out at Training
- PACK Meeting 4:05-5:00
Attire: Professional Attire
Hours: 7:45-4:00
Wednesday, February 20th
- Richardson out at Training
Attire: Professional Attire
Hours: 7:45-4:00
Thursday, February 21st
- 5th Grade Science Benchmark
- McTeacher Night
- 3rd/4th Math Benchmark
Attire:
Hours: 7:45-4:00
Friday, February 22nd
- House parties 3rd-5th 8:15/ K-2nd 9:55
- Camping Engagement Day (More info. to come)
- Watchdog Game Night 5PM
Attire: House Attire
Hours: 7:45-4:00
HOWL OUTS---HOOWWWWLLLLL!!!!!
Beulah howls to 5th grade for switching Specials times with us so we could have a conference this week!
Beulah howls to everyone who donated cookies and sweet treats for Brent’s staff on Tuesday!!!
Beulah howls to Mr. Richardson for all your help on Tuesday!
Beulah howls to the 4th grade team for finding joy in the little things, it’s been a crazy week y’all!
Beulah howls to Robinson for all your help this week and constantly checking in on EVERYONE!
Beulah howls to Measles and Northcutt for helping us get creative with our upcoming Engagement Day!
Niki howls to ALL of the HBE FamiLE for being so kind, understanding, supportive, and patient during my difficult times AND during my transition time as I return to campus.
Niki howls to Kate for helping me with my Valentine party.
Niki howls to Nancy and DelValle for helping me get ready for progress reports.
Niki howls to both Measles and Brodsky for the support to help me get back into the swing of things without demanding too much...all at the same time.
Niki howls out to Stephen and Jill for just checking in on me randomly during my days.
Niki howls AGAIN to our entire DREAM TEAM as you have all stood by me and supported me in whatever way possible. I am so glad to be working with such loving, caring, serving people!
Julie howls out to the Specials team for taking Computer Club so that Ana could help me with the Bluebonnet Breakfast.
Julie howls out to Ana for the beautiful tulips I've enjoyed in the library this week.
Julie howls out to Donna Goodman for helping me barcode books and create serial number lists of our iPads. I appreciate you so much!
Hatcher sends a howl to Biggs for covering my morning duty when I was out sick.
Beerley howls to Measles for covering my lunch duty-you are THE best my friend!
Beerley howls to the PTA-I’ve loved the push for kindness this week!!
Beerley howls to our custodians-I know we’ve had some extra not so fun stuff to clean up with viruses going around-we appreciate all you do to keep our school clean!!Hatcher sends a howl to all of third grade for helping out with copies and plans while I was out.
Hatcher sends a howl to Officer Burrell for helping 3rd grade with two students.
K.Martin to Brodksy for sharing your cool space idea!
K.Martin to Sahwney for her sweet hugs.
K.Martin to Altruismo for winning last week!
K.Martin to Rogers for giving a very informative MAP lesson! Thank you! Your brain is awesome!
K.Martin to Northcutt for pushing those Engagement Kits!!! Keep it up!
K.Martin to Northcutt for your help with lesson ideas!
K.Martin to Wells for sharing your space stuff!
Head howls to Melba for your wonderful creativity and your organizational skills. I am so excited about our field trip.
Head howls to Lawson for always supporting me and filling in when I need help.
Head howls to Kinder for doing a wonderful job with all your kids. I see you guys working hard.
Head howls to Whitehead and Richardson for letting me shadow you and learn from you.
Jackson howls to Moya for being the BEST translator for GT testing! You helped make certain they had the best chance possible! Thank you so much!
Flores howls to Rogers for presenting how to break down data to the staff! You are the best!
Flores howls to Mathews for being so flexible when we had no sub for Wells!
Flores howls to Whitehead for being so on top of everything for our benchmarks!
Bonner howls to my amazingly creative 3rd grade team who is always eager to share ideas.
Bonner howls to Biggs for covering my tutoring group while I’m out and for organizing our Valentine’s Day party. You rock!
Bonner howls to Morales for organizing the Cultural Night and Talent Show. It is going to be amazing!
Bonner howls to Mr. Richardson for always being so understanding and supportive when my children are sick.
Stephen Howls to Rogers for teaching us all a great strategy for breaking down our student data!
Stephe HOWLS to Lecrecia and Sarah for helping with admin duties while Jill and I were at training!