Sunday, October 16

 

Happy Sunday! When I was thinking about this blog, I was thinking about how I might be able to capture how many of us feel like there is so much to do and not enough time. To me, feels as though there is more than there used to be. Does anyone else feel like this year is really tough? Personally, it seems like there is so much but I cannot put my finger on a reason why or what is causing it. I wish that I could take some of it off you plate, but I can't. I feel bad about that. All I can offer is the empathy that I am right there with you. 

On a side note, I was looking for an image that would represent what we are feeling. In turn, I went down a rabbit hole on Google. Shocker! But, I found Liz and Mollie. If you are a social media person, they are worth a follow. They focus on what we feel and have many incredible images like the one above. They also have books, a podcast and Ted Talks.

I said it last week, and say it again. If you need help or if there is anything I can do, please ask!!

PLC Survey: Last week, during your PLC time, there was a self assessment to fill out. This week, Rori and I will be popping around during PLC time to talk to you about your assessment, and also see if there is any additional support we can provide. At our next staff meeting, we will take a look at the ELA essential standards and pacing guides in preparation for the upcoming PD day when we will start our work with the math standards.

Report Cards: Report cards and conferences are coming. The report card PLC is November 2. I will have a finalized timeline for completing report cards to you in the next couple days. If you have questions, there is an informational zoom available:

There will be an optional Report Card Zoom Training on October 26, 2022, from 2pm-2:30pm for anyone that wants to review how to assign rubrics or have specific questions.

Zoom Link

Did you know... Abby Wilkinson has gone skydiving over The Great Barrier Reef!! 

Keeping with the theme of the Great Barrier Reef, one of our staff members got a flesh eating bacteria while snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef in Australia! Luckily it was caught early and all of her limbs remain intact. Who do you think it is?

What makes you unique??: If you haven't already, please add an interesting fact here: Unique Fact

Coming Up This Week:

Tuesday, 10/18: Rori off-site in the morning. PBIS Team Meeting at 2:20pm in room 4. 

Wednesday, 10/19: Brooks Off-site in the morning. SSP Meetings by Invitation Only. Skate Night 5:30-7:30.

Thursday, 10/20: PACK Assembly at 9:15am (Cooperative). Secure Drill between 10:15-10:30 (I want to make sure all students are back in class from recess.)

Friday, 10/21: Flag Salute and Raffle at 7:45am.

Fun Fact of the Week: