The news of Kobe Bryant's death hit me pretty hard. I remember him as a player. He was not perfect, but he always worked on being better every day. The reason it hit me pretty hard is that Jen and Lauren weren't with me to share an extra hug or comment. They'll be back this evening from their week in Sanibel and I'll make sure to get a group hug when I see them. Kobe Bryant was a great basketball player and family man, especially as he watched his daughters growing up. Life can be cut short for a variety of reasons and it's important to remember that as we grow older and our families grow older. I'm planning to be just a little more caring moving forward with family, colleagues, students, and friends. The time I am with family is so important and should never be taken for granted. It's unfortunate that the death of someone I didn't even know made me reflect on what I need to do more of every day. Thanks, Kobe.
Great things I saw this week...
Matt sharing a personal story with his Health class. Our kids need to see that we have struggles, too.
A student giving a teacher some pointers on WeVideo.
Michael moving about the Choir room to help students stay focused and provide support with sight reading music.
5th grade impromptu meeting in the hallway to reaffirm expectations. Life skills!
Students having no issues, at least outwardly, with groups to which they were assigned. It's so important to help students to work with more than just their friends. Life skills!
Cross country skiing in PE.
Cooking class for our 8th graders
If smells count, then pancakes in Math on Wednesday.
Student discussions about food webs in Science.
Boys basketball action, and seeing some of our staff there watching our boys play.
Great days for recess- remember a year ago?
Incredible discussions during specials, BLT, and grade level meetings.
A big variety of review activities to better connect our students and their learning.
Name it. Claim it. Explain it.
Thanks to Becky Frei for playing along last week.
Calendar
Please continue to review the Intermediate Special Events Calendar at our weekly grade level and specials meetings, too. I need your help with lunch and recess on the highlighted dates. GOOSE passes for all who help out!
Tuesday, February 4th
8th grade Junior Achievement field trip
Thursday, February 6th
8th grade Junior Achievement field trip
Thursday, February 6th
PTO meeting 2:30PM
Tuesday, February 11th
Restorative Practices training
Wednesday, February 12th
WIN Wednesday
Yearbook Activity pictures taken
Restorative Practices training
AWSA conference
Thursday, February 13th
AWSA conference
Friday, February 14th
PD Day
AWSA conference
Wednesday, February 19th
Culver's Night 4-8PM
Thursday, February 20th
Requested family conferences 4:30-8:00PM
Monday, February 24th
School Board meeting 7PM
Friday, February 28th
Student Senate Carnival 5-8PM
Thursday, March 5th
Arena style family conferences 4:30-8:00PM
Saturday, March 7th
EdCampElmbrook 8:00-2:30
PTO Trivia Night
Wednesday, February 19th
Culver's Night 4-8PM
Thursday, February 20th
Requested family conferences 4:30-8:00PM
Monday, February 24th
School Board meeting 7PM
Friday, February 28th
Student Senate Carnival 5-8PM
Thursday, March 5th
Arena style family conferences 4:30-8:00PM
Saturday, March 7th
EdCampElmbrook 8:00-2:30
PTO Trivia Night
Tweets, quotes, and blogs
| Forethought spares afterthought. |
| Amelia Barr, writer, teacher |
If Only... (from Todd Nesloney)
| I attribute my success to this: -- I never gave or took an excuse. |
| Florence Nightingale, social reformer, founder of modern nursing |
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| Anton Chekhov, writer, playwright |
Knowledge is of no value unless you put it into practice. |
| Anton Chekhov, writer, playwright |
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Principals' School Board presentation 1.27.20
Family smore from 1.31.20
Fire drill reminder
As part of our A-team meeting on Thursday, we had a conversation about fire drill procedures. Please make sure that you do the following three things.
1. Take your class list with you to take attendance.
2. Turn off your lights.
3. Lock your classroom door (so you'll need to take your keys, too!)
Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
February 29th
I'm amazed that today is the last day of January. The year has certainly gone by quickly, from my point of view. I think it's gone quickly because of one thing- you. You have developed classroom expectations and guidelines that have helped our kids be focused, engaged, and successful. Keep it up! February is upon us, and it's a leap year, so let's take advantage of the extra 24 hours this year. What is something new you will try? Who will you collaborate with that you may not have collaborated with before? Which student or staff member will you make a new or improved relationship with? Let's use the extra February day as an opportunity for making our school, our students, our colleagues, and ourselves just a little better.
#JustInspire
Jay
Take care of the kids. Take care of each other. Take care of yourself.- John Gunnell
Principals' School Board presentation 1.27.20
Family smore from 1.31.20
Fire drill reminder
As part of our A-team meeting on Thursday, we had a conversation about fire drill procedures. Please make sure that you do the following three things.
1. Take your class list with you to take attendance.
2. Turn off your lights.
3. Lock your classroom door (so you'll need to take your keys, too!)
Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
February 29th
I'm amazed that today is the last day of January. The year has certainly gone by quickly, from my point of view. I think it's gone quickly because of one thing- you. You have developed classroom expectations and guidelines that have helped our kids be focused, engaged, and successful. Keep it up! February is upon us, and it's a leap year, so let's take advantage of the extra 24 hours this year. What is something new you will try? Who will you collaborate with that you may not have collaborated with before? Which student or staff member will you make a new or improved relationship with? Let's use the extra February day as an opportunity for making our school, our students, our colleagues, and ourselves just a little better.
#JustInspire
Jay
Take care of the kids. Take care of each other. Take care of yourself.- John Gunnell
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