The Husky Weekly Energizer!
October 15, 2019
Save the Date: Fall Festival Meeting 2 on Tuesday! All are welcome to attend! Each team should be represented.
11 TRAITS OF THE BEST OF THE BEST
Words of advice from Jon Gordon:
Here are the 11 tips from my book Training Camp.
1. The best know what they truly want. At some point in their lives, the best have a “Aha!” moment when their vision becomes clear. Suddenly they realize what they really, truly want to achieve. They find their passion. When that happens they are ready to pay the price that greatness requires.
2. The best want it more. We all want to be great. But the best of the best are willing to do what it takes to be great. The best don’t just think about their desire for greatness; they act on it. They work hard and do the things that others won’t do, and they spend more time doing it.
3. The best are always striving to get better. They are always looking for ways to learn, apply, improve, and grow. They stay humble and hungry and are lifelong learners.
4. The best do ordinary things better than everyone else. For all their greatness, the best aren’t that much better than everyone else. They are simply a little better at a lot of things. They work hard to master the fundamentals. They don’t do anything different. They just do the ordinary things better.
5. The best zoom focus. The best focus on what matters most and tune out distractions. Distractions are the enemy of greatness and the best don't let distractions get in the way of their growth and improvement.
6. The best are mentally stronger. Life is not a sprint or a marathon. It’s a series of sprints combined with a boxing match. You’re not just running; you are getting hit along the way. The best are able to overcome adversity and challenges. with mental and emotional toughness.
7. The best overcome their fear. Everyone has fears. The best of the best all have fear, but they overcome it. To beat your enemy, you must know your enemy. Average people shy away from their fears. They either ignore them or hide from them. However, the best seek them out and face them with the intent of conquering them.
8. The best seize the moment. When the best are in the middle of their performance, they are not thinking “What if I win?” or “What if I lose?” They are not thinking “What if I make a mistake or miss the shot?” They are not interested in what the moment produces but are concerned only with what they produce in the moment. The best define the moment rather than letting the moment define them.
9. The best tap into a power greater than themselves. The best are conductors, not resistors. When the best look back on their life and accomplishments they know they didn't accomplish it alone. They know a higher and greater power guided and fueled them on their journey.
10. The best leave a legacy. The best live and work with a bigger purpose. They leave a legacy by making their lives about more than them.
11. The best make everyone around them better. They do this through their own pursuit of excellence and in the excellence they inspire in others. One person in pursuit of excellence raises the standards of everyone around them. And as they strive for greatness they bring out the greatness in others.
- Jon Gordon
Reminder: Lesson Plans are due Thursday night by midnight. You will receive feedback on your lesson plans this year!
Grading Reminders:
Here are a few updates and reminders for you:
As usual we will be checking report cards this week. ILT and admin will be cross-checking our universal screeners, iStation and IReady, levels to student report card grades so we are informed about:
- Students with significant gaps
- Students with behavior concerns (conduct)
- Students who are failing
- Students who should be brought to ARD, LPAC, STAT/RTI, etc.
- Students who are in need of targeted intervention based on skill deficiencies so they are making adequate progress.
- The lowest grade to be entered in grade books is a 50.
- Parent contact is needed for any and all students who are failing evey grading period. Please schedule a parent conference immediately and document the conference using a Parent Conference Summary form.
- Grades should reflect progress towards TEKS and grade-level expectations.
- Grades should be equitable and fairly given to all students.
When in doubt, please ask! Don’t assume.
We love "Hero" the Husky!!!!
Mr. Serpas' Energy Message of the Week
"Words are manifested leadership. They have the power to open doors, build bridges, inspire vision, and change the world."
By James Sartain
Never forget...
You are making a difference!
You matter!
Our students need you!
We ARE an A campus! 28 weeks to go!
We Make Our Positive Vision a Reality Together!
THIS WEEK-
Announcements this Week: Mrs. Sanchez
Walkthrough Focus: TTESS, Effective Instruction Campus WT Rubric
PLC/Collaborative Teams Focus for this Week: STAT/Rti, Bring Yellow Interactive Notebook!
Parent Conference Week!
Monday, October 14, 2019
- No School- Staff/Student Holiday
- Columbus Day
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
- Planning/Data Analysis with Content Specialist
- Fall Festival Meeting 2 afterschool in Library
- Wear Astros gear with jeans today
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
- Wear a Hearne, Grade Level Team, or Astros shirt today with jeans!
- Tech Lunch and Learn Wednesday
- SDC Meeting afterschool
- 4th Grade Chic Fil A Spirit Night 4-6 PM
Thursday, October 17, 2019
- Wear Astros gear today
- Planning/Data Analysis with Content Specialist
- Report Cards go home today
- Emergent Guided Reading PD and Workshop afterschool
Friday, October 18, 2019
- Fall Picture Day! (Schedule will be sent via email)
- Hispanic Heritage Potluck (sign up on workroom door)
- Wear a college/university shirt with jeans today!
- AVID in Action
- Red Ribbon Week Kick Off
- ILT Meeting at 9 AM
NEXT WEEK-
Announcements this Week: Mr. Serpas
Walkthrough Focus: TTESS, Effective Instruction Campus WT Rubric
PLC/Collaborative Teams Focus for this Week: Lesson Delivery, Bring Yellow Interactive Notebook!
Red Ribbon Week! 2nd Grade Field Trips this Week!
Monday, October 21, 2019
- Red Ribbon Week
- Leadership Academy Meeting 2
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
- Planning/Data Analysis with Content Specialist
- Oskar's Show- Alley Theatre (2nd-4th Grade starting at 8:45 AM)
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
- Wear a Hearne or Grade Level Team shirt today with jeans!
- Tech Lunch and Learn Wednesday
Thursday, October 24, 2019
- Planning/Data Analysis with Content Specialist
Friday, October 25, 2019
- 50th Day of School Sock Hop
- Wear 50s attire!
- AVID in Action
- ILT Meeting at 9 AM
Saturday, October 26, 2019
- Alief International Parade
Tech Lunch and Learn Wednesdays!
Come to the library during your lunch and learn some quick technology tips.
Class Topics Change every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month!
Can’t wait to see you there!
Hearne Tech Team
Upcoming topics:
How to’s for:
- Schoology and Seesaw (How and where to start)
- Assessments
- Digital assignments (true-false, multiple-choice, fill in the blank, labeling a picture, matching)
- Discussions
Hearne Elementary will be a National Demonstration School
Our AVID site team will be leading these professional growth opportunities for all staff members.
Increasing home-school communication with the agenda planner!
Remember our 3 focus areas for ALL students:
- Set a weekly goal
- Have all boxes filled in (if no homework, write no homework)
- Parent/adult signature
Our Collaborative Team Note Taking Form is Ready!
Hearne Elementary School's Mission is Possible!
We do what's best for students.
All stakeholders of Hearne Elementary CAN and WILL learn.
Website: www.aliefisd.net/hearne
Location: 13939 Rio Bonito Road, Houston, TX, USA
Phone: 281-983-8333
Twitter: @hearnehusky