"Paws"itive Points
Issue 23 - February 15, 2016
Love Each Other, Learn Together, Lead the Way
Tavia's Thoughts
Peer Observations should be coming to a close this week. Most of you have conducted them already and have had some great dialogue with each other about the observations. The peer observation provides an "objective" point of view of the lesson to the observee, but it is a professional development opportunity for the observer as well. I have heard great conversations about the teaching and learning that is happening at PSE. A few teachers have asked to go back to observe again. This is what it is all about. What better way to grow as a staff than to be able to get into each other's classes to see what others are doing well or to be able to provide some assistance in areas that are your strength? I love it, and I love the excitement that has come from the observations. If you are one of the few that hasn't completed yours, get it done by Friday.
We'll continue to love each other, learn together, and lead the way.
Have You Completed The Kid FRIENDLY Survey??
Ummm.....about half have not. We are at 53%. Let's get it done. The Student Engagement and Performance (STEP) Teacher Survey is to be completed by classroom teachers by February 12. Please use the link below to access the survey. http://www.wku.edu/rocksolid/surveys.php
February 8
February 9
- SBDM
- Pawfessional Learning -Short Meeting with Pillar 91st & 2nd Grade) @ 2:45
February 10
- School Spelling Bee
- PTO Valentine's Day Gram Sale Continues
February 11
- I Team
- Valentine's Day Celebrations
February 12
- No School, Flex PD Day
February 15
- No School, President's Day
Extra Duties
PLEASE BE ON TIME ... THE KIDS DON"T WAIT FOR US...IJS
Front Hallway Mrs. Hymer
Bus rider (AM & PM) Mrs. Campanell, Mr. Carter, Mr. Anderson
Breakfast Ms. Spry, Ms. Tipton, Mrs. Porter
Gym Mrs. Vermillion, Ms. Bland
Car Rider (AM) Mrs. Acklin, Mrs. Duvall, Mrs. Hodges and Mrs. Glass ...share with me 3-4 leaders please.
Car Rider (PM) Mrs. Acklin, Mrs. Proctor, Mrs. Rogers, Ms. Henson, Mrs. Seely, Mrs. Smith
TEAM PSE
Email: artavia.acklin@shelby.kyschools.us
Location: 150 Warriors Way, Shelbyville, KY, United States
Phone: 502-647-4505
Facebook: facebook.com/PaintedStoneElementary
Twitter: @MrsAcklin
Emily ' s Enthusiastic Information
Last week I included something from PBIS.org on praise for desired behaviors. This week, Mrs. Swindler shared an article with Mrs. Acklin, a few teachers and myself. This article talks about Behavior Specific Praise in the classroom. The article says, “Praise is a powerful tool for educators. When used effectively in the classroom, it can increase the social and academic performance of students, as well as improve classroom climate.” Behavior specific praise looks like, “thank you for following my expectations for sitting on the rug, thumbs up for…., give yourself a pat on the back for….” This article says that you should give 4 praises to 1 reprimand. Think about how you feel when you are shown appreciation and receive positive feedback for all of the amazing things you do day in and day out. Your students need to feel this way too! If you are interested in this article, I’d love to make you a copy! Have a great week and thank you for being amazing teachers and team players.
Maggie's Moments
Don’t forget to take time to look at this resource that summarizes the structure of Lucy’s Reading Workshop. Great resource for us as “LEARNERS”!!!
file:///C:/Users/mnicholson/Downloads/R_UOS_K5_OnlineSG%20(1).pdf
The work that you accomplished in the Literacy Plan professional learning has been fantastic. The raised level of awareness that each of you have for the various NEEDED modes of monitoring is going to make a difference for every PSE child who moves vertically K-5. Your work in your grade level is NOT isolated, it affects every child who moves through PSE. You are “builders” because you construct learning based on the foundation that is laid prior to your grade level and you add additional support as learners move through your grade.
That’s why we are #TeamPSE!!!
Ownership of Expectations and Communication throughout are what will make this plan successful. Thank you again for your ownership and hard work.
Hymer's Hype
We have been covering Habit 5 in guidance the past two weeks. "This habit is the key to communication, because the deepest need of the human heart is to be understood." I challenge you this week to "seek first to understand" and make a deposit I someone else's emotional bank account, whether that be a friend, co-worker, student, or family member by being a great listener...and remember this quote, "before I can walk in another's shoes, I must first remove my own." (unknown author)
Below are some steps to becoming a better listener:
Jackies' Friendly FRC Facts
In the Governor’s proposed budget, many programs, including FRYSCs, are taking a 4.5% decrease this fiscal year and a 9% budget cut for the following two years. In addition, we are likely to find that the free lunch numbers have increased which would make us all have even fewer dollars for our individual allocations.
Completing this survey is imperative to helping the FRYSC programs stay alive!
PLEASE HELP BY COMPLETING THIS SURVEY BY WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 10th!
SURVEY LINK: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FRYSCKyPublicPolicySurvey2016
Thank you for your time! J
PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO COMPLETE THE FRYSC SURVEY BY WEDNESDAY!!!! THANKS!
Congratulations Ashley Warren
So proud of Ashley . She represented Painted Stone well as our Teacher of the Year. Maggie and I had a blast celebrating the accomplishment with Ashley and her family. If you haven' t been able to check out her video here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STQHzesaONA
Manners Monday
Shout Out to Sally Zaring and Debbie Fox. They are working the teaming aspect of educating the whole child. Read the snippet below:
Mrs. Zaring,
Just wanted to let you know that A***** has been a angel tonight. She has been all about using her manners. I was so shocked... it made my night. She even has J***** using her manners as well.
Thank you for all you do for them you and Mrs Smith both are amazing.
Love,
K******
(A super happy momma)
February Birthdays
Morgan Seely - 1st
Nick Edwards-6th
Rosalie Rogers - 9th
Stephanie Bodden- 10th
Jennifer Tinsley-11th
James Martin -16th
Tolya Ellis - 17th
Meredith Henson -23rd
Ann Hance - 25th
Michele Bates-26th