Week 1: September 2, 2016

Hey All, 

We've survived!!! Thank you all for a WONDERFUL first week of school!!! 

What a resilient staff we have! You all exude professionalism! 

I count it a privilege to be your leader! 

My Highlights of the week: 

- When students were asked, "What's the best thing about this week?" and 90% answered, "My teacher!";

- Opened the doors and welcomed 500+ students;

- Implementation of the Kiss and Ride Numbers;

- Streamlining the Breakfast Procedures (Huge "thanks" to the Panther PAWS Committee); 

- Title I Reading, Title I Math & Reading Specialist providing support to Grade Level Teams during planning; 

- Duty Staff maintaining order and safety throughout the week...THANK YOU!!;

- Received confirmation that Ms. Ramos Andrade has accepted the position as our Office Assistant;

- Received confirmation that Ms. Gandee will be returning as our ED Teacher Assistant;

- Classroom Teachers out and greeting students with a smile...I so appreciate what you do, truly! (You have the patience of Job);

- Custodial and Cafeteria Staff's positive interactions and encouraging words to the staff and students; 

- Mrs. Slaughter's efficiency...need I say more?;

- A parent trying to blame me for why their children were not allowed in the building after being dropped off at 7:45 a.m.; 

- Ms. Hammel & the announcements; 

- The first fire drill and the accuracy, attention and efficiency! The kids were amazing, thank you for teaching the procedures and expectations.

- Ms. Beach running with the idea for our fire drills (green & red ID cards);

- The undying support of the staff! This week could not have happened without each of you. Thank You. Thank You. Thank You. 

- If I missed someone or something...charge it to my head and not my heart! 

Upcoming Events: 

- Back to School Bash (Saturday)

- PTA Meeting (Sept. 7th @ 6:00 p.m.)

- Fire Drill (Sept. 8th @ 2:00 p.m.)

- Lockdown Drill (Sept. 8th @ 2:30 p.m.)

 

...It's a WRAP!

Get some rest and see you on Tuesday!!!