Another great week at McKinley!
How to Overcome Learned Helplessness:
One of the things we need to continue to focus on is creating rigorous opportunities where our students participate in deep thinking, learning, and productive struggle. One of the strategies to help support students' learning is to avoid learned helplessness (in all aspects of a students' day). Please take 2 minutes to read the linked article: https://www.k12dive.com/news/helping-students-overcome-learned-helplessness-special-education/742588/
Check in on Vocabulary:
One of our big rocks this month has been around vocabulary. At the end of our Staff Power Hour, we did a Call to Action around vocabulary. How is that going? What shifts have you made? Dont' forget to check in with your accoutability partner before spring break.
Personal Appliances & Furniture - coming soon:
Coming soon, you will receive an email from Bob Olson regarding items (in your classroom and work spaces) that are from home. This includes fridges, lamps, microwaves, chairs, etc. Because of safety codes and energy use, these items need to be taken home. If a student were to get hurt on furniture (not purchased from the District), you could be responsible as the item is your personal item. And, appliances are increasing our energy use. More is coming - however, take some time to start removing these items before spring break. If you have questions, I'm happy to connect.
Building Weekly Newsletter:
Have a great weekend! - Justin
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