Professional Growth Goal
October is the month we set aside to capture professional growth goals for the year in iObservation. If you haven’t gone in yet this year to do so, please take some time before October 31st to add a paragraph to your professional portfolio online outlining what you are focusing on in your classroom. This is likely related in some way to our PLC work.
As a reminder, we worked last year to simplify the growth plan process. Your paragraph doesn’t need to be elaborate . Just what professional practices you are focusing with the why its important to you /what you are hoping to accomplish (rationale) and how you intend to learn more about what you’ve selected.
You do not need to intentionally connect it the Marzano framework, but DQ 1, 2, 3, and 5 continue to be our areas of focus as a district (communicating learning goals/tracking progress, expert lesson design for active processing of content, and engagement).
*** Wording is thanks to Michelle Allen ***
Hats Off Recognition Ceremony-
Congratulations to 8th graders: Joe Paine, Nick Strickler, Jared Svetlev on being recognized for their scores on the ACT/SAT at Michigan State University. 9th grader, George Weber, was also recognized as well. Two SJPS teachers also received tributes, and they were our own Kelly Houseal and Dave Leonard. Congratulations to all!
Science Field trip Reminder-
1/2 the 8th grade out Tuesday, October 24th and 1/2 out Thursday, October 26th at the fish hatchery and the water filtration plant.
Rotations change Tuesday, October 24th-
Rotation 2 will begin next Tuesday, October 24th for all 6th & 7th graders.
Michigan Department of Education Interviews-
The MDE asked Marzano research to interview some teachers in SJPS regarding teacher evaluation, and I would like to thank Ben, Jenna, Kara, and Rachel for participating. They are interviewing teachers, principals, and central office staff all over the State of Michigan for feedback.
Wizard of Oz Performance-
We are all going to go to the Wizard of Oz sneak peak performance at St. Joseph High School on Wednesday, November 8th. This will take all of 2nd & 3rd hours to go back & forth and view the performance. It will be tight on the buses, but it is only a short ride. This will be a great chance to see all grades represented in this timeless classic!
Spirit Week-
Monday, October 30th- Pajama Day
Tuesday, October 31st- Halloween
Wednesday, November 1st- Favorite Sports Team
Thursday, November 2nd- Favorite Book, TV, or Movie Character
Friday, November 3rd- Neon & Crazy Hair Day
Thanks again-
A big thanks to everyone on "weathering the storm" from our episode last week. Fake news grabs headlines as we all know. You all were professional about it, and moved on with integrity as you always do.
Quote of the week-
"Learn to enjoy every minute of your life. Be happy now. Don't wait for something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future. Think how really precious is the time you have to spend, whether it's at work or with your family. Every minute should be enjoyed and savored." - Earl Nightingale
Dates around the corner:
PTO- Thursday, October 26th at Noon
End of the 1st MP- Friday, November 3rd
Former Professional Athlete to address the Student Body- Tuesday, November 7th at 8:00 A.M.
Take care,
Chad
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