Saturday, August 27, 2016

Week 2

It has been another great week.  Our students are falling into routine and instruction has not been lacking.  We don't waste or take advantage of our time with our students.  Thank you!

We will have a fun activity on Wednesday at our faculty meeting.  Meet me in the Media Center at 3:10.  After our activity, I'll share a few announcements and we will watch the second of our required legal videos.  Don't worry, I'll bring chocolate. 

Kaye and Lori are seeking information from you concerning the development of ELA and Math PD.  You will receive a short survey from them.  Please take a quick moment to respond so they can plan and organize the most beneficial PD possible. 

I share the interesting article below that I stumbled upon.  It has some valuable points.

What Doesn't Work: Literacy Practices We Should Abandon
Literacy strategies that waste instructional time include looking up words on lists, prizes for reading, weekly spelling tests, unsupported independent reading, and denial of recess.
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What Doesn't Work: Literacy Practices We Should Abandon
See you all Monday!