Conversations that Matter about School Improvement at a Title I Middle School
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Welcome!
Welcome to the Blog! The one stop shop for feedback, guidance and opportunity to comment on our learning. The main focus for this blog will be to recognize excellence within the walls of our school. We will all share in our journey toward excellence and higher achievement. There will be days when we feel that the road is long steep and full of potholes but if we stick together we can overcome the obstacles. Our first barrier is helping student learn the skills to be successful at school. Many teachers have bent over backward to make sure they are 'protecting the success' of students who weren't in the past. I can think of several 8th grade students who now have had six full days of success. One person has recieved two WOW certificates in one day! It is proof that if you say you can you will!
View this film and reflect how many similarities you can find with students. We are working together to make sure that all of our little birds are NOT left "out in the cold"!
My hope that each day will continue to be successful for all of you. I know we are running a marathon and we've just began the race. Just remember you have made a difference in the lives of your students. They've experienced an positive beginning of the year. We can't get a redo on making the right first impression.
Question for response; Think...how did I make a difference for a student this week? How do I know I did? What was the evidence? Realize that because you made this difference the life of that child is better!
I agree, Kim. We had a good start. Our team has made our first impression with students. They see us as one unit and are realizing that they are no longer in charge. The negative leaders have scattered. The key will be for us to stay strong as a group--- a consitent team. The effect of a team working together is exponential and should not be underestimated. Remember, the negative leaders will regroup and make another run at it so to speak so we need to stay strong. Little things like standing at your door and greeting students while monitoring your area of the hall will have powerful short-term and long-term effects. Keep up the great efforts Team!
I agree, Kim. We had a good start. Our team has made our first impression with students. They see us as one unit and are realizing that they are no longer in charge. The negative leaders have scattered. The key will be for us to stay strong as a group--- a consitent team. The effect of a team working together is exponential and should not be underestimated. Remember, the negative leaders will regroup and make another run at it so to speak so we need to stay strong. Little things like standing at your door and greeting students while monitoring your area of the hall will have powerful short-term and long-term effects. Keep up the great efforts Team!
ReplyDeleteGo Team!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the encouragement!
DeleteThe students and I have discused how we all need to work together to make the new classes function successfully.
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