McMicken Cougar Connection
Week of May 8-12, 2023
A Word From Your Principal
We are so excited to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week. Recently, I have been enjoying this interesting cactus like plant of ours. It goes for a while without flowering, and then every once in a while it explodes in blooms and catches you pleasantly by surprise. The key is in the watering (firmly in my husband's territory.) You have to let it dry out just enough, and then water it frequently for a few days and then-tada, flowers. I find this is a metaphor for the amazing our teachers do as well. Knowing when to give support, while letting the learner try on their skills, and the combination results in amazing growth. It is a true privilege to work with (and yes, I may be biased) the most dedicated and gifted educators in the district, region and in keeping with our appreciation theme--even the world! This year, we are partnering closely with our new McMicken PTA and as a result, there are some extra special treats in store for you. I hope you all take minute to revel in your much deserved appreciation! Thank you for all you do, it does not go unseen. :)Alex
AAPI Celebrated in New Book of the Month
Dream It. Believe It. Achieve It. Exceed It!
SEAD Weekly Habit: We are Optimistic
Quote: “You must expect great things of yourself before you can do them.” -Michael Jordan and “I do my best because I’m counting on you counting on me.” -Maya Angelou
Monday, 5/8-You Are Plane Awesome--In flight breakfast, coffee and tea!
- 8:45 Weekly SEAD Video
- 9:00 SBA Grades 3-5 Math Performance Task
Tuesday, 5/9-You Are First Class--Treats and refreshments in staff lounge!
- 8:30 SBI Cadre (Shi)
- 8:30 Elementary PLN (Robertson, Haas)
- 9:00 SBA Grades 3-5 ELA CAT
- 4:15 JIST Meeting (Godwin, Ingersoll, Haas)
- 5:15 APTT (Kinder, 3rd and 4th Grade)
Wednesday, 5/10-Best in the World-Lunch tour around the world from our families!
- 3:30 Wed PD: Synergy Gradebook Training
Thursday, 5/11-In Flight Cart-Rolling through the "aisles" with treat and bevvy of choice!
- 7:45 Inclusive Ed Committee (Optional Subgroup)
- 9:30 MTSS Check In
- 10:30 Instructional Leadership Team Mtg.
- 1:00 Pacific MS Team Visit @McM
- 3:45 Shared Leadership Team Mtg.
- 5:00 National Board Celebration!
Friday, 5/12-Destination Thank You-Gift of Appreciation!
- 7:45 SEAD Team Meeting
- 9:00 April All Star Cougar Picture
- 9:30 Admin Packet Review (Cox, Robertson, Haas)
- 10:30 Profile Input Session (Haas)
- 2:15 PCT: 23-24 Scope and Sequence Planning