Friday Focus - December 1st, 2017

It is such a busy time of year (I say that all the time - when isn't busy?) but it is one of my favorites.  The elementary school is a great place to work during this time of the year because  you get to see the joy that children get out of Christmas.  I know many of you have special activities planned to make this time memorable for your students and I know the large amounts of money that you spend.  Thank you  - it makes such an impact on these kids.  

Most of you have noticed that we have changed our walkthrough tool.  It is now a paper that we just mark different things we see going on in your classroom and leave comments.  You get a copy of the form to keep and we keep one.  I am attaching a copy here.  This is a great tool for you to look at periodically as you plan your instruction.  

Map testing - push for GROWTH!  We want to see every student grow in both reading and math!

Wear RED tomorrow!

Remember to sign up for the staff Christmas dinner in Ms. Sonya's office.

Next Week at a Glance...
Monday - MAP testing continues.  3rd grade has computer lab reserved until 9.  
Tuesday - Parent meeting to get input on CSIP at 3 in Lisa's office.
Wednesday - Lighthouse Team meets at 3
Thursday - Reflex training in 2nd floor computer lab

*We will do Leader of the Month recognition and breakfast on Monday, December 11th.