Team Penn
Dec. 12 - 16
You should know...
You are doing a great job! Just in case you didn't know, I am very proud of each of you and the progress that we are making as a team. We continue to engage in learning which challenges our thinking and prompts us to change our practice so that we motivate, engage and inspire students to be better as a result of being at Penn. Your hard work and dedication towards our school efforts are deeply appreciated.
Thank you to the faculty members who attended our Community Dinner last night!
Monday, Dec. 12
*Mary Jane Dove from the Center of Teacher Effectiveness will be at Penn all day.
Ms. Dove will meet with teams during the following times, should you choose to join to gain additional insignt & ideas for classroom management. If you attend,please bring your management plans:
PK - 1st 8:50 - 9:40a.m.
2nd - 10:15 - 10:45a.m.
3rd - 11:25 - 12:00p.m.
4th - 6th 1:25 - 2:15p.m.
If you are working on classroom management as a personal goal, this time is highly encouraged.
* Faculty meeting 3:00p.m. Art Room
* K-2nd teachers update to Ms. Jackson on iRead rosters by 3:00p.m.
Ms. Dove will meet with teams during the following times, should you choose to join to gain additional insignt & ideas for classroom management. If you attend,please bring your management plans:
PK - 1st 8:50 - 9:40a.m.
2nd - 10:15 - 10:45a.m.
3rd - 11:25 - 12:00p.m.
4th - 6th 1:25 - 2:15p.m.
If you are working on classroom management as a personal goal, this time is highly encouraged.
* Faculty meeting 3:00p.m. Art Room
* K-2nd teachers update to Ms. Jackson on iRead rosters by 3:00p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 13
SECRET SANTA GIFT EXCHANGE BEGINS TODAY!
* Instructional coaches will be at Penn in the afternoon to support during math blocks.
* "Good News" Club afterschool in prefab
* Instructional coaches will be at Penn in the afternoon to support during math blocks.
* "Good News" Club afterschool in prefab
Wednesday, Dec. 14
* SIPPS coach will be at Penn for K-2nd grades to support with implementation of intervention block
* No Cub Scouts today or next Wed. Specials teachers will send out plan for Wednesday.
* Workout Wednesday with Mrs. Champlin in the gym 3:00p.m.
* No Cub Scouts today or next Wed. Specials teachers will send out plan for Wednesday.
* Workout Wednesday with Mrs. Champlin in the gym 3:00p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 15
* Student Support Teams in conference room - all teams
* Choir with Ms. Ellington
* Robotics with Mr. Thomas
* "Polar Express" Family movie night 5:00-6:30p.m.
* Choir with Ms. Ellington
* Robotics with Mr. Thomas
* "Polar Express" Family movie night 5:00-6:30p.m.
Friday, Dec. 16
* Data reports for all students who have not made progress, due to Ms. Jackson in person.
* K - 2nd grade teams full implementation of iRead
NOTE: Holiday parties are next Wed. at 1:30pm for PK-3rd. 12:30 for 4th-6th. Store bought goodies from families only please.
* K - 2nd grade teams full implementation of iRead
NOTE: Holiday parties are next Wed. at 1:30pm for PK-3rd. 12:30 for 4th-6th. Store bought goodies from families only please.
District Equity Ambassadors
Equity has been identified as our leading core value in our journey to Destination Excellence. But what does equity really mean? If you are interested in exploring this subject, I have applications for you to join Equity Ambassadors, a group of teacher leaders who are committed to better understanding what it means to lead for equity, interrupt inequitable practices and create welcoming, inclusive, multicultural school environments.
Teacher information for Equity Ambassadors:
- Stipends and professional learning credit provided.
- Learning experiences held monthly -January through May; 4:30 p.m. -7:00 p.m. (snacks also provided). Exact dates to be determined.
- Group size limited to no more than 40 to allow for deeper connection, conversation and exploration of challenging subject material. Encourage teachers to apply early! Application deadline January 6.
What is your role in Equity Ambassadors?
We believe school leader support is critical to teacher growth. In order to maximize the benefit teachers receive from this ongoing learning experience, we hope you will consider taking the following supportive actions:
- Commit to attend the first Equity Ambassador session with participating teacher(s).
- Debrief monthly Equity Ambassador sessions with participating teacher(s).
- Optional: Participate in brown bag lunch Equity Ambassador sessions on School Leader Institute days to remain well-informed regarding content and conversations.
FERPA Training (required)
District Staff are required to complete the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act training each year. This training is available on Edivate. Completion should be by January 20, 2017, and within 30 days of employment for new employees.
Additional Announcements
No Nonsense Nurturer Coaching
There are two instructional coaches who are learning to coach teachers using the No Nonsense Nurturer model for classroom management. If you would like additional coaching in classroom management, you have the opportunity for individualized coaching! Four volunteers are needed. This is on a first come, first served basis. I need an email from you by Tuesday, December 13, at 3:00p.m. to participate.