I know that it's true, that sometimes challenges turn into opportunities. Over and over this week I've walked into, passed by, or been a part of a conversation between colleagues grappling with how to move their practice forward. How cool is that?! I'm not exactly sure what has created the momentum, but I'm so inspired! Collaboration is occurring in a very organic, meaningful way. I'm not hearing, "This can't be done."
I'm hearing, "I wonder if we tried...? What do you think? Oh, my gosh, I think I'm on to something that might work! Oh, you've got to see what I'm working on! I've decided to try... I'm not sure it will work, but I like it better than what I'm doing now..."
What a thrill to dwell among learners.
Those precious planning days - use them!
Hanni and Amanda wasted no time turning a vision into a plan...
You'll be glad they did when they share what they've created and how they did it on Friday!
RAKtivists in Action
Our crew's busy day of blanket-making for Project Linus today. We spent about 90 minutes working on our tied-fleece blankets and ended up with 28 (exceeding our original goal of 25). I was so impressed - these kids showed empathy, beneficence, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills while providing a service to our community. I think the pictures speak for themselves. :)
Jill's Crew:
Our morning at Bonaventure was so sweet. The crew loved riding over there on the small white buses. They got a little nervous as we walked down the hall to the community room but they moved past that quickly. There smiling, singing faces made me choke up a bit just watching them. Our mission was to sing songs that might bring back some good memories for the residents and I have to say - mission accomplished! They were so flexible when we had to kind of squeeze together to talk to the residents - they didn't let that stop them. We had rehearsed what they could say and ask and they did a great job. When we got back to school they were proud to share how they helped a resident have a good memory. The Center enjoyed it so much that they would like to have us come back again. So I will begin planning that soon. (I have no connection with this center. This summer, Ms. Deborah asked teachers to go out and perform random acts of kindness one day. The group I worked with chose to go there - completely at random - and sing them some songs. They loved our group of 4 teachers and wanted us to return with our students. That is why we went today. It is just a bit personal to me because 5 years ago my mom had a hemmorhagic stroke and now has memory issues.) Thanks to Ms. Wendy for managing to nab a few pictures of our time there.
I know there are many more wonderful acts of service happening - I just happened to have access to these stories and photos. Please think about sharing your stories and photos!
We are making it happen!
Calendar
September 29- October 3rd:
Student-led Conference Week
Tuesday:
* RTI meeting 7:30 a.m.
Wednesday:
'The Beat'
Pam takes Lonnie's Crew on field work in the morning
Pam takes Lonnie's Crew on field work in the morning
PD: Student-led Conferences
Thursday:
Deborah out for PK-12 Admin meeting
Brittany's Crew- fieldwork 10:45- 2:00
Brittany's Crew- fieldwork 10:45- 2:00
Friday:
Boot Camp
October 20 - 24th:
Monday:
No Students
8:30 meet in library for Drum Circle facilitated by Todd from Rhythm Vision
Individual and team planning time
Tuesday:
RTI meeting 7:30 a.m.
Wednesday:
NO 'The Beat'
PD: All staff in library @1:30 - Beginning of our unit of study on assessment
Thursday:
Deborah out for Elementary Admin. meeting
Friday:
Deborah out from 9:00- 2:00 for Boot Camp prize outing
'The Beat'
Thank you Chelsea for your leadership and risk taking! We are all lovin' the beat!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Deborah
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