Monday August 21st, 2017

The big event this week is the eclipse. The first thing to check Monday morning is that every student and staff member has glasses. See the office asap if you are short, or bring extras to the office. We will announce with morning announcements as well. Here is an art project from fourth grade:

We are super lucky to have the Instructional Coach from Canyon Ridge with us two days this week, along with Ms. Kober. The Thinking Maps training will be great for increasing writing skills.


 Meetings/Reminders for the week:

   August 21st, 2017- Monday- Eclipse

   August 21st, 2017- Monday- Eval team

   August 22nd, 2017- Tuesday- Thinking Maps training Pre/k-2nd, Resource, ESL, Library, Comput.

   August 23rd, 2017- Wednesday- Staff meeting

   August 24th, 2017- Thursday- Thinking Maps training 3rd-5th, Title 1, and Instructional Coach

   August 25th, 2017- Friday- Instructional Coach meets with grade level teams & STEAM Team


Habit of the week/Classroom leading morning announcements:

   Hammond- Habit 1: Be proactive


The staff meeting agenda:

1. Teacher evaluation form, feedback, goals, and more
2. Milepost, Behavior, and Teacher Vitae


This article fits really well with Harrison: Science and Leadership. Leadership is for everybody, not just a few, and great soft skills that apply for any future career:

Why Scientists Should Have Leadership Skills


Our kids are well fed at Harrison. Even though this post may appear for younger children, it really could be a reference for all kids. Not all kids have the opportunity to experience a sit down meal at a table, but we can create that experience at school, and we do. Consider these ideas when giving snacks:

Snack Time and Social-Emotional Skills


Here is a great thought as we start a new week: