Leader In Me Update
Utica Middle School
2022-2023
2nd Semester Update
What is Leader In Me?
A model that creates new paradigms, effective practices, and real results.
"Leader in Me is based on a theory of change known as the See-Do-Get Cycle. When you change the way you See things, it influences what you Do and the results you Get."
LeaderInMe.Org
Habits We Are Currently Working On
WHAT HAVE OUR STAFF-LED TEAMS BEEN UP TO?
Leadership Team
1st Quarter Goal
Students taking ownership in becoming leaders amongst the school.
- Creating applications for students to be a part of the leadership team.
- Students who are chosen will have a voice in numerous school wide initiatives.
2nd Quarter Goal
- Take a leadership field trip
- Create student-led initiative ideas
3rd Quarter Goal
Activating Student-Led Initiatives
- 6th grade: Paint a Library Brick for $3, funds raised go towards LIM and PBIS. New Student Buddy Program
- 7th grade: Students finalizing project proposal for Admin
- 8th grade: 20-30 8th graders doing weekly check-ins with 6th graders during Utime.
Academic Team
1st Quarter/Yearly Goal:
The staff would like to see students' grades to progressively improve and have the number of missing assignments decrease each nine weeks.
- Staff members should regularly check in with students to make sure that assignments are completed on time.
- Students will utilize the learning center, academic assist, and/or study halls for their intended purposes.
- Students will use U-time to check/collect missing work from their classes.
- Students are responsible for creating/monitoring academic goals.
- Staff AND students will conference weekly about academic goal progress.
2nd Quarter Goal
- Compare 1st and 2nd Quarter Red/Grey Tribe members.
3rd Quarter Goal
- Brainstorm a policy with grade level teams to have a uniform missing/late work policy. Vote on one in 4th Quarter.
Culture Team
1st Quarter Goal
The staff is working on a way to make students feel valued and appreciated.
- Staff members are increasing their handing out of Ultimate U cards and positive communication using email and making phone calls home.
2nd Quarter Goal
- Continue Positive communication challenge from staff.
3rd Quarter Goal
- Rolling out Kindness Cards-from students and staff to each other.
- Continue Positive communication challenge.