Wilson Ranger Post
October 11, 2016
October Focus for Walkthroughs
We will begin our 45 min observations soon, but will be communicating later on those specifics.
Christmas in October!
The plan from technology is to meet with staff during their planning period to circulate their device and show them the basics of the Macbook Air. Also, they will remind you of your responsibility for the device and strongly recommend insurance.
Math Academy
Date:
K-2 - November 1
3-5 - November 3
K-2 Teacher - 1 educator per campus
3-5 Teacher - 1 educator per campus
Special Ed - 1 educator per campus (Specify grade level you will attend)
2 DLI Teachers
Math PD Dates
Future dates are still subject to change, but this gives you a good idea for your calendars!
Stop Collaborate and Listen
2nd nine weeks
Oct 4 5th and 3rd
Oct 6 4th and 2nd
Oct 11 1st
Oct 13 KG
3rd nine weeks
Nov 29 5th and 3rd
Dec 1 4th and 2nd
Dec 6 1st
Dec 8 KG
4th nine weeks
Feb 21 5th and 3rd
Feb 23 4th and 2nd
Feb 28 1st
Mar 2 KG
Educator Academy
Nov 1 K-2
Nov 3 3-5
Jan 11 K-2
Jan 10 3-5
Feb 8 K-2
Feb 9 3-5
Smile...You're on Candid Camera...Kind of!!!
If you have something happening in your room that aligns well with the Learning Environment Chapter of the Learning Framework, please let us know! Remember, this is not just physical, but also virtual, class community and beyond, social and emotional, etc. Regardless of if you email us or not, it's likely that we might be sending someone in the district into your room to video!
5 Languages of Appreciation in the Work Place
How can we best communicate that we appreciate all you do for our learners, each other and the entire Wilson Community!?!?!?
In your box, you have received this book...
Please take this inventory and bring your results to our faculty meeting on Monday, October 31st. This will give you more time to get your Working Memory book read...once they arrive.
Questions? Just ask :)
Common Assessment Extended Planning Time
Here's the agenda to help you plan your time!
GEM Nominations
Nominations for Great Educators Matter (GEM) are due Monday, Nov. 14th.
GEM is an employee award program sponsored by the district.
Employees nominate each other.
Think about a colleague you've "caught" going above and beyond their normal job duties and expectations of the district to do things they are NOT being paid to do (incl. stipends).
For example, think about the exceptional educator (or any CISD employee you know) who always takes the time to care for and place others before themselves. The ones who do what's "right" to help others - not for recognition - but because it's just the right thing to do. (They may not even realize they're modeling outstanding examples of good character for students, parents, and/or colleagues, because to them, it's second-nature!)
Jennifer Adams is our GEM rep and she will be sending out information. Please see her if you have questions.
Red and Black Grants due 10/17
The Coppell Education Foundation would like to announce that the 2016 Grant submission window will be open, as of September 12 and will close on October 17 at 4:30 pm.
We are excited to announce that this grant cycle we will hit the $1 Million mark. We encourage you to submit a request for grant money so you can be part of our celebration!
All applications must be submitted through this google form. It can also be accessed through our website www.coppellisdef.com, by clicking on grants and R&B grant application. Application Guideline in pdf form are available on the website, for planning purposes only. (By the way, we are in the process of updating our website with all grants that have been given since 2001, by school. All the grants are listed, with the details and pictures to be added soon.)
Once an application has been submitted through the google form and the signed policies and procedures form has been sent to aarthur@coppellisdef.com, a confirmation email will be sent back to the applicant and administrator.
We look forward to reading all the creative, transformative ideas that provide learning opportunities for our students beyond the four walls of the classroom.
You're Invited...
What: CISD Twitter Chat
When: Tuesday, October 11th; 7:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Starbucks, McDonald's, your couch...it's your choice!
Hosted by: Coppell Digital Learning Coaches
Track Redo
Contractors will be here Oct 26 & 27 to work on the walking track.