As I was reading educational articles this weekend, I ran across two very fitting ones. We are down to the wire, weeks...days... until summer break. This time of year brings stress and angst-I know if we work together, as a team, we can get through it. The best part about our job is the family that it forms. We lean and support one another when we get "tired." We get to the point we feel like we are hitting a wall. We are trying so hard to hold our eyes open with multiple cups of coffee. We are rolling out of bed hoping it is Friday. We can't sleep because all we dream about is testing. Yes, we have all been there, where the days seems endless. The minutes seem like they aren't moving fast enough. Remember though, you could be the ONLY smile some of our students see. So, when the days get tough, smile, laugh, and have fun with your students in these upcoming few weeks. They need that as much as we do now. They want to make you happy, they want to show you what they know, they want your love, kindness, and support. They need YOU...their role model and inspiration! As always, thank you for all that you do! I look forward to a great upcoming few weeks.
https://www.weareteachers.com/keeping-students-engaged-end-of-year/
https://www.weareteachers.com/25-tricks-to-get-your-students-through-the-last-weeks-of-school/
Monday, April 30, 2018
Monday, April 23, 2018
The End as a Beginning
The end of the school year can be challenging. We know that the last few weeks of school will be crazy with all of our end of the year events and assessments. We are confident that you have given our students what they need to be successful. Please take time to breathe during what can be a very stressful time of year.
As you all know, FSA testing has already begun. We appreciate your efforts with keeping the campus quiet while transitioning around the building. Like all of you, we wish we did not have to spend the majority of our time over the next few weeks testing, but it is necessary. Our students may be feeling very anxious during this time, and we can all help alleviate some of their pressure by remaining calm and encouraging them.
We have seen how much effort has gone into this year's focus on increasing student engagement to increase student achievement. Our students and staff will shine bright this year and for many years to come. We are so very proud of all our Mighty Manatees!
When we welcomed our students and families at the start of this school year, we were excited and enthusiastic! Even though we may be exhausted, we trust that we will make the end of the school year just as exciting and special as the beginning.
Thank you for all that you do!
As you all know, FSA testing has already begun. We appreciate your efforts with keeping the campus quiet while transitioning around the building. Like all of you, we wish we did not have to spend the majority of our time over the next few weeks testing, but it is necessary. Our students may be feeling very anxious during this time, and we can all help alleviate some of their pressure by remaining calm and encouraging them.
We have seen how much effort has gone into this year's focus on increasing student engagement to increase student achievement. Our students and staff will shine bright this year and for many years to come. We are so very proud of all our Mighty Manatees!
When we welcomed our students and families at the start of this school year, we were excited and enthusiastic! Even though we may be exhausted, we trust that we will make the end of the school year just as exciting and special as the beginning.
Thank you for all that you do!
Monday, April 9, 2018
Welcome back!
Good morning,
We hope everyone had a wonderful break. We are down to the wire...only a few weeks left. These upcoming weeks bring alot of angst and stress due to testing. Below are some useful tips for teaching emotional regulation and improving classroom behavior at the same time. It is important we teach children the connection on how they feel and how they act. Students often act out because of the way they feel. If we reach them internally, and help them express how they feel, then the way they act could be significantly improved. If we spend some time teaching emotional regulation children will realize they are in control of their feelings and actions in a positive manner instead of a negative one. Below are some ideas on how to incorporate this in your classroom.
As always, thank you for all you do!
https://www.weareteachers.com/emotional-regulation/
We hope everyone had a wonderful break. We are down to the wire...only a few weeks left. These upcoming weeks bring alot of angst and stress due to testing. Below are some useful tips for teaching emotional regulation and improving classroom behavior at the same time. It is important we teach children the connection on how they feel and how they act. Students often act out because of the way they feel. If we reach them internally, and help them express how they feel, then the way they act could be significantly improved. If we spend some time teaching emotional regulation children will realize they are in control of their feelings and actions in a positive manner instead of a negative one. Below are some ideas on how to incorporate this in your classroom.
As always, thank you for all you do!
https://www.weareteachers.com/emotional-regulation/
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