I hope everyone had an amazing break and took advantage of the time off.
Before break we had our 2nd Annual Alumni Day. We had over 40 graduates back at WHS and they shared some great insight for our current seniors. Special thanks to the ScIP Team for all of their work putting the event together. Thank you ... Danny, Kris Ann, Peggy, Ryan and Vanessa!
We also had our staff holiday luncheon on Thursday before break. Special thanks to Terais and all of her elves for putting the luncheon together. We also had some help from a few NHS members.
Mid-Year Assessments (Schedule)
All assessments are scheduled for the week of January 14. Please keep the following in mind for that week:
*No Unit/Chapter Tests for your classes can be given during the week of January 14. Please plan accordingly.
*Please keep hallway traffic to a minimum and limit the use of the high top tables for the week.
Marking Period 2 (Ends Friday, 1/18)
The marking period will be over before we know it. Please keep your grade book up-to-date and be proactive with students and parents if you have a student struggling or in danger of failing.
Changes we made because of the mid-year assessments:
Grades Due Monday, 1/28/19, at 8AM (was 1/23)
Report Cards will be released Tuesday, 1/29
Some news over the break regarding PARCC. Honestly, not sure what it means for us but hopefully, we will find out soon.
Court strikes down PARCC requirements for high school graduation
Looking ahead ... We have an R-Day (Recovery Day) scheduled for February 14. If we don't have any snow days before February 14, we will run a special schedule with all classes meeting that day.
Something to Consider
Some of you might be into New Year's resolutions and some may not. Some of us keep them and for some of us, by February we have forgotten all about them. This year I am trying the One Word. The idea is to choose one word that represents what you want to focus on in 2019. There is a book about it (I have the book, if any one wants to borrow it) and a hashtag, #oneword2019 Some of our coaches have used the one word as a motivational tool for their teams.
I invite you to join me in picking your one word for 2019. Take some time to think about what you want to change, add, remove, or improve in your life. My word has meaning for me, personally and professionally. The choice is yours on what the word represents for you. Once you have selected your word, consider posting it online, sharing it via email, drawing a picture, posting it in your room, etc. For those of you who decide to choose a word, I would be honored if you would share it with me so together we can help and support each other throughout the year.
My One Word for 2019 is: Consistent
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