NRHS Weekly Update
August 23 - August 27
Dates to Note
- PLCs during planning period (3rd starts at 12:45) on Zoom https://tinyurl.com/nrhsplczoom. All certified staff (teachers, EC teachers, counselors) should attend.
- Cross Country @ Denton Farm Park
Wed August 25th A
- Tennis @ Lexington
Thurs August 26th B
- Data Day Meeting - all certified staff. 1st period - 9th design lab, 2nd period A15, 3rd period (12:45) A15, 4th period - 10th design lab. Complete your self assessment in advance for faster meeting.
- Volleyball @ E Randolph
Fri August 27th B
- Football home vs. S. Rowan
Pedagogy with Petty
Saying It Better With Fewer Words
Giving crisp instructions with as few words as possible is key when asking students to engage in an assignment or class routine.
Reflect on your effectiveness at giving instructions with this question: What happened when I asked my students to…? If confusion among the students ensued, try these verbal action steps:
- Script clear, concise instructions. Plan them out word-by-word: don’t take shortcuts! Remove all extraneous words. Too many words can hinder students’ understanding.
- Practice your instructions for a coach, mentor, or peer, and ask them to provide feedback on clarity before the class: most errors can be fixed beforehand.
- Rehearse key directions.
- Focus on the pregnant pause between each component of the instruction: students often become confused when given too many directions at once.
Want to make sure students know what to do? Ask a student to repeat your instructions for the class.
Paraphrased from Get Better Faster by Paul Bambrick-Santoyo
Pineapple Visits Begin Soon
After Labor Day, Pineapple visits will resume.
For our new Cavs teachers, read the article to learn more.
Make sure your grades sync correctly from Canvas to Powerschool
Football Players Study Hall
It is a great time to for you to grab any football student athlete for extra help. The door is always open and we would love for you to stop by and provide assistance.
You can see the whole list of students who play football here.