Head U Gator News
December 17, 2017
Grateful Heart...
I am grateful for...
....all of you who donated willingly when you didn't know the need. Sam wasn't ready to share her story when the need was pressing, and you all responded magnificently. Thank you for being loving and generous when someone is hurting!
...Bryan and Jeanette for cleaning out the lounge fridge! That's a yucky job and Bryan gave up his conference time to help get it done!
...first grade for organizing the staff party. We had a lot of fun, and if you'd like to see videos of the after-party yoga class, they are available for your viewing pleasure. See Heather or Tiffany. They worked up an amazing yoga move that everyone should see!
...Colleen for helping with party invitations and gift giving. Her craftiness (not the mean kind) continues to delight and help those of us who aren't as talented.
...Rion, for his patience and skill in dealing with a difficult situation. His ability to relate has proven to be a huge bonus for us this year.
...Meagan Sanders for organizing our Secret Santa event. It was fun to give and receive through the week and then find out who our "secret Santa" was Friday afternoon.
Continued instruction
We cannot give the impression that this is a "blow off" week when we want parents to value the minutes we have with our students. You all are extremely good at making learning fun, so I have faith that you will be successful in spite of the distractions!
Data Secretary
Tracey has a previous background in journalism. She was a TV news editor before her children were born, and most recently worked as an aide at their school in New Jersey. That previous school experience probably helped her nudge ahead of the other candidates because she'd dealt with things like health emergencies and confidentiality. She also appears to be very calm and not easily flustered, which is helpful in that position.
Lauri has agreed to stay on until the middle of January so she can spend a week teaching Tracey the ropes. When we return, we'll have both of them for a full week before Lauri's last day.
January 8th
Congrats
Calendar
Monday, December 18
Lunch with Principal
2:55-4:00 Art Club
Tuesday, December 19
Lauri's dessert bar 3:15
Wednesday, December 20
Holiday parties - see grade level newsletters for time
Thursday, December 21
Pajama Day
Sing-a-long
Early Dismissal 11:45