Suwanee Express
Week of November 18th
5 more days! We've got this. As we approach Thanksgiving break, I want you to know that I am very grateful for each of you. Suwanee is shining, and that's because of the hard work, persistence, patience, focus, and big hearts of our teachers and staff. We all have our tough moments, tired days, and big goals we want to reach. Keep your eyes focused on all that is good in our classrooms and building. Keep your purpose....your WHY right in the center of all you do. Together we can achieve great things and lean on each other along the way.
Take this break to relax, unplug, and spend time with your loved ones. Eat tons of yummy food and make some "me" time.
Your VERY Thankful Principal,
Ms. Taylor
Calendar at a Glance
11/19 - CLT
11/19 - Story Night Volunteers Brief Meeting in the Media Center @ 7:35AM
11/21 - PTA JAGRATUDE Teacher/Staff Luncheon
11/22 - Principal For The Day Guest - Welcome, Ms. Annie Valenty (CHOA Marketing Director)
11/22 - Reflections Breakfast - 8:30AM-9:30AM in the media center. All students who participated in Reflections will be recognized at this special breakfast.
11/22 - Got Surveys? :) Yes, we do. Please Complete the GA School Personnel Survey by today. This impacts our state Star Rating. See the "HOW" info. in the newsletter.
11/25-11/29 Thanksgiving Break! HAVE THE BEST BREAK EVER!
**** Review the Mid-Year DA Assessment Schedules as well as the holiday event schedules from last week's newsletter.
12/5 - Story Night 6:00-7:30
12/9 - Suwanee Chorus Students are performing @ GJAC
12/10- Holiday Feast
12/11 - Holiday Feast
Georgia School Personnel Survey
The Georgia School Personnel Survey (GSPS) is modeled after the student survey and includes 31 questions. The GSPS is for all certified and classified staff members who work at least 50 percent of the day in the school. At least 75% of certified and classified staff members must participate in the survey to be eligible for the School Climate Star Rating. Most teachers should be able to participate in the GSPS using their classroom computer. The survey is also accessible using a tablet or smartphone. Survey responses are anonymous, self-reported, and will be submitted directly to the Georgia Department of Education for analysis. The Georgia School Personnel Survey link is posted below.
Georgia School Personnel Survey:
It's American Education Week! So, let's celebrate!
Monday!
Tuesday
Friday
Wednesday - A little something to remind you that you are the "BALM"!
Thursday-- Jagratude Luncheon sponsored by PTA
Super Scoggins Tech Tips!
Two keyboard shortcuts that are helpful. To display your computer on your screen and on the projector press and hold the Windows key then press P.
To lock your computer screen if you are stepping away, press and hold the Windows key + L and it will lock your screen to the GCPS default. When you come back you just press the space bar and enter your password.
Leanne Scoggins, LSTC
Suwanee Elementary School
Performance Based Awards
Gwinnett County is so excited to roll out the teacher's performance-based awards in December. Within our district (system-award), 20% of teachers at each school will earn an award. Also, the top 10% of teachers at each level (ES, MS, HS) will earn an award. You will receive an email from the district on December 13th with information. If you have questions, this video from the county will answer your questions. You can also access the FAQ on the county's website. If you have questions after looking at these resources, please do come to see me!
Ms. Taylor