Cricket E-Blast Update 9-13-13

I Went Walking...
The first full week is under out belts!!  Great work getting students rolling and engaged in a routine.  It has been a great start to the year.  As I walked around school this week I was so impressed with the help you have all provided to each other in getting the year started.  I have seen countless staff members in the hallways before and after school, connecting with students who are not in their classroom, and helping our new staff get settled in.  I love bragging about the culture that you provide and it is amazing to walk through the hallways and see it in action.

What's Hoppening:
Above this post you will see our meeting calendar for the year.  I have added PBIS meetings, All Staff Meetings, All School Meetings, and BLT Meetings.  This is where Marcy will also add field trips and other events happening around school. If you are planning an activity or trip that you would like to add on your own please do so as well.  Thanks!

• Professional Goals are due to the District Office by September 19th.  We will have the approvals/adjustments meeting the the Growth Model group on the 23rd and 24th.  Notification will be sent out ASAP after the review is complete.
• Picture Day is Monday.  The schedule will be a bit flexible, but here is a general idea of when you will come to the foyer by the District office.  Picture Calendar.
• Jon is building a PBIS site with links to video and mini lessons. Katie will be adding storyboards to the site as well. Check it out...very cool. Click on Play By the Rules here or on the Fall Creek PBIS Site for an example.
• I added a blog roll on the right...if anyone follows certain blogs that would be beneficial for all let me know and we'll add them.

Articles Worth Reading:

The research behind 20% Time by AJ Juliani

Where Does Informal Learning Fit In by Tina Barseghian

Videos Worth Watching:

Love Kid President

EdCampEC is coming on April 12th.  Great opportunity for educators (hopefully!)

Are we a group or a team?