Honoring the life of Nelson Mandela. What an inspiration he has been to the world. I am humbled by his story. I truly cannot imagine being imprisoned for 27 years and coming through that experience positive, kind and leading peace. I find wisdom, guidance and am inspired by his words in the work we do.
Calendar
Week of December 9 - 13th:
Tuesday:
* RTI meeting 7:30 a.m.
Wednesday:
* 9:00 a.m. Third Grade Musical
* 1:30 Professional Development: Balanced Assessment System
Friday:
* Third Grade fieldwork to Castlewood Canyon
Week of December 16th - 20th:
Sixth grade to Keystone Monday - Wednesday
Tuesday:
* RTI meeting 7:30 a.m.
Wednesday:
* 8:30 Parent Orientation
* All School Meeting
* Professional Development: Reflection on progress (personal assessment)
Evidence of our mission:
The voice of six third graders during lunch:
What does 'We are Crew, Not Passengers' mean to you?
"You belong here and others belong here."
"Like on a ship - we need everyone's hands to build something new."
"Crew is completing our mission together."
Why do we drum?
"So we can see how we are all feeling. Helps us belong as a Crew."
"To become Crew."
"Practice the Circle of Courage for real."
"Show that we are a community - that we are Crew."
What is a challenge in your life right now?
"Eating the right foods."
"Not getting enough attention."
"Having a lot of brothers and sisters."
Mid-year Evaluations
Registration begins November 21, 2013 and closes Friday, December 13, 2013. Additional information and registration links may be found on the DCSD Job Alike 2014 Google Site.
Please contact The World Class Education Department with questions or if you need additional information.
Have a great weekend!
I have scheduled mid-year evaluations with most of you and look forward to those conversations with you in the coming weeks. To prepare, it is your choice whether you want to look at last years evaluation as you reflect on the growth you have made. You can find your evaluation from last year on the district website under employee services under employee self service. During our conference we will go through the CITE standards, element by element. If you like to have time to think about things in advance, I suggest you look at those elements in advance of our conversation. We will also talk about how things are going with the goal you set at the beginning of the year.
Certified Staff - You need to get registered!
Job Alike - District Professional Development
January 17, 2014
Registration for Job Alike 2014 is open for Certified Staff. January 17, 2014, will provide incredible opportunities to analyze and produce synergistic ideas, concepts or plans to improve instructional practice. Marc Prensky will come and share his deep experience and insight in educating our youth.
Registration begins November 21, 2013 and closes Friday, December 13, 2013. Additional information and registration links may be found on the DCSD Job Alike 2014 Google Site.
Please contact The World Class Education Department with questions or if you need additional information.
Have a great weekend!
Deborah
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