Wedgeworth Faculty
July 2019 - Faculty Newsletter
Mission & Vision
Vision: Lifelong learners and leaders... who discover their purpose.
Hey Wedgeworth Family!
I have made time to go to the beach, spend time with family and reflect on last year and what is to come. Veronica and I had the privilege of attending the Get Your Teach On (GYTO) conference and were inspired by all the passion that teachers have. GYTO is hosted by Hope and Wade King, faculty members of the Ron Clark Academy and co-authors of the book The Wild Card: 7 Steps to An Educators Breakthrough (a good read if you haven't read it).
This book also goes along with 3 of our focus areas for the year:
- Living out our Vision & Mission statements
- Writing
- Engagement
On another note, Veronica and I are extremely excited about Lance Bray joining our administrative team. We are confident that you, our students and families will also enjoy his presence, expertise, and humor. He has a passion for people and is excited about adding to our great campus!
Reflection: Let me leave you with something to think about. What is your "Why"? Why do you teach? Why do you do what you do?
Quotes to Ponder
Great Reads for Engagement!
Kids Deserve it by Todd Nesloney
The Wild Card by Hope & Wade King
Teach Like a Pirate by Dave Burgess
Upcoming Dates:
- July 30: New K-2 ELAR/SLAR TEKS training @ curriculum. Register in Eduphoria/Strive
- July 31: New 3-5 ELAR/SLAR TEKS training @ curriculum. Register in Eduphoria/Strive
- Aug. 2: New Teacher Orientation begins
- Aug. 3: Operation 1st Day of School @ Clift Elem. 8:00 - 12:00
- Aug. 7: Teachers 1st Day - Convocation - location TBD
- Aug. 12: Bring your supplies night, 5:30-7:00
- Aug. 14: 1st Day of School!!