Principal's Corner
Nov 22nd
Dr. Alvarado Visiting December 8th
We excited to welcome Dr. Alvarado back for a check-in on our implementation of Time to Teach. The Leadership Team discussed ideas for his time with us on the 8th, including time to meet with teachers and students; visit classrooms, and lead us through the T & L that afternoon. More details to come on scheduling time to meet with him.
Teachers attending IEP's and SST's
This year, we have had great teacher attendance at IEP, SST, & 504 meetings. I know we had several of these meetings this past week, and I want to thank you for your continued attendance at these meetings. Parents recognize this and appreciate it too!
Pancake Breakfast Tomorrow
I'm looking forward to tomorrow's annual Pancake Breakfast. Thank you in advance for your time in making this an awesome event for our students.
NewsELA
I keep hearing about this link, which I know many of you are familiar with. I has resources for informational texts that can be leveled and differentiated by lexile ranges. If you haven't had a chance to see or use NEWSELA, here's the link: http://support.newsela.com/hc/en-us/articles/201230075-Quick-Start-Guide-for-Teachers
Instructional Rounds
I want to celebrate and acknowledge the Round process that we started with this year. 6th Grade and 7th/8th have had an opportunity to engage in the rounds process. Our 6th grade team participated in Rounds on Friday, and I heard it went well.
For our upcoming Rounds in December on the 10th, we want to expand Rounds from our Department level implementation to the whole school, providing teachers with opportunities to see classrooms outside of their department. Our focus will be on Academic Conversations, since this is something that all teachers across the campus are implementing. For December 10th, we will be looking for volunteers who would feel comfortable with teachers visiting their class and showcasing academic conversations. Sign-ups and more details to come.
The Week in Pictures
Mr. Williams with Board Recognition Recipient- Natasha Gennetti
New padding installed on our gym wall. Just in time for basketball season
Morgan Dougherty- Board Recognition Recipient
Campus Beautification Day
We had 45 students students show up to participate in our Campus Beautification Day on Saturday. Many thanks to Miss Kelly, Mr. and Mrs. Dodd, and Mrs. Ericson and Sophie for coming out and helping too!
Mr. Harvey dressed up on Friday to celebrate the Middle Ages
Student Project from Computer Apps Class
Designed by Jocelin Taylor, this picture postcard has a wonderful message!