Professional Development Newsletter
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Virtual Learning Tools Folder
We are constantly adding and updating resources in the Virtual Learning Tools Folder in the AMI-X Plans 2020-2021 Shared Drive. Make sure you check this often!
If you find a resource that you feel would benefit other teachers, please let Ms. Greiner or Ms. Ward know and we will check it out!
The Importance of Reading to Students 20 Minutes Every Day:
Link: The Importance of Reading to Kids Daily Article
Submitted by: Carla Walker
Houston is THANKFUL for our Teachers!
IMPORTANT PD INFORMATION
There is money available for Book Study Groups. The following information regards Book Study Group expectations:
Study Groups consist of a minimum of three (3) certified employees who regularly participate in a focused discussion of educational topics using research-based materials.
Certified employees may participate in as many study groups as desired but may only be reimbursed for one (1) study group per year (unless additional funds are available).
The study group organizes and maintains an agenda of readings. Prior to each meeting, participants read and reflect upon the reading and come prepared with questions, ideas or explanations of the reading.
Study group participants expecting to be reimbursed MUST submit a Professional Development Activity Request Form and have principal approval.
At the completion of the study group, each participant MUST submit at least a ½ page summary of their learning and their time log.
The date the committee approves the study group is the earliest date a study groups may meet and log collaboration time. Approved study groups have a limit of 3 months from the time the committee approves the request to complete requirements and request stipend.
All study groups must be completed by the end of April of the current school year.
Please be aware all hours should be teacher collaboration discussion hours – no hours should be counted for actually reading your study group book.
ALL PD Information can be found under the "Professional Development" tab under "Staff" on the district website.
Submitted by: Carla Walker
History of Veteran's Day
In November 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day. He stated the following:
"To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country's service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations..."
On May 13, 1938, the Act of 1938 was approved that stated November 11th would be a legal holiday each year and would be dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be thereafter celebrated and known as "Armistice Day." It was originally set aside to honor veterans of World War I, but after World War II had the greatest mobilization of soldiers, sailors, Marines, and airmen in the Nation's history AND after the American forces had fought aggression in Korea, the 83rd Congress amended the Act of 1938 by replacing the word "Armistice" with the word "Veterans." By doing this, November 11th became a day to honor ALL veterans of ALL wars.
Remember to thank a Veteran this November 11th (and any other day of the year).
For more information regarding the history of Veterans Day, click here.
Professional Development Committee Information
The PD Committee Meets on the Last Tuesday of Each Month at 3:30pm in the MS/HS Library. If you need any Professional Development Support, please contact one of the committee members below.
Professional Development Committee Members:
Maygen Ward-Chair & District Instructional Coach
Amanda Munson-Administrative Liaison
Stephanie Greiner-District Curriculum Director
Linda Buchanan-Elementary Instructional Coach
RuthAnn Wallace-elementary
Carla Walker-elementary
Rebekah Wann-elementary
Mandy Adey-middle school
Shelly Mutzebaugh-middle school
Kary Harrah-high school
Matt Peterson-high school
Wytney Steelman-vocational building
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Contact Information:
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose. Romans 8:28-30
Email: mward@houston.k12.mo.us
Website: https://www.houston.k12.mo.us
Location: 423 West Pine Street, Houston, MO, USA
Phone: (417)967-3024
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