Re-Visiting Expectations/Noise Level:
Just a reminder to re-visit school expectations as we enter into spring. We will probably need to spend more time re-teaching these, as students seem to have forgotten over spring break. Also, please watch the noise level in the hallway. I'm hearing more and more complaints of students being loud in the outdoor hallway (to music and art), outside the lunchroom, and outside MCA testing.
National School Library Week:
Next week is National School Library Week. A huge thank you to Denise Carlson and Jane Carlson for all they do to provide our school with a top notch library! Please take some time next week to appreciate them!
Update on Classroom Sections for 17-18:
With the move to Willow Creek (and the slight boundary changes), our classroom sections will be:
Kindergarten: 5 sections
1st Grade: 5 sections
2nd Grade: 4 sections
3rd Grade: 4 sections
4th Grade: 4 sections
5th Grade: 4 sections
I am currently working (with the admin team) on staffing and teams. This information will come out in the next few weeks!
Mini Coaching Cycles:
Libby and Joanne have created a video to introduce mini coaching cycles. As we enter into April, please remember that Libby is available for a coaching cycle. The video will introduce you to something called a mini-coaching cycle.
https://vimeo.com/212108651
SnapShot of Learning:
5th Grade had a "in school field trip" all day on Wednesday. Arn Kind worked with students to learn more about the Revolutionary War.
On Wednesday, Romie Sanderson (Kindergarten) took over as Principal of the Day. She did a great job (although, she thinks I eat pizza and play with Legos all day!).
Last night, we had our Kindergarten Open House at the new school. It was great to meet our new McKinley Monkeys, but to also see what it feels like in our new school! Thank you to Lorri and our K team for preparing this event!
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Valet Parking for the Week:
The Valet Parking for the Week goes to 3rd Grade Teacher, Rachael Eickhoff! Rachael is collaborative, compassionate, and flexible . One of the things I appreciate the most about Rachael is the way she builds relationships with her students - she truly cares for them as a learner, but also a person. Rachael is an amazing educator. Thank you for all you do, Rachael!
Have a great weekend - enjoy the outdoors, it's going to be a beautiful weekend!
-Justin
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