Monday Morning Message 2018-2019

We all know how busy the next few months will be. We overcame the first half of the year so now it is time to tackle the second. Testing is quickly approaching, which means endless hours of test prep, anxiousness, stress...etc. Not only do we feel it but our students do as well. It is imperative we work together so they see the cohesiveness. We will have to work together, lean on one another, support and encourage each other. It does not take one person, it takes a team. We are more powerful and strong as a whole, not as one. We are all working hard, so why not work hard together. Take a few minutes to read the below...the benefits of teaming and the 10 commandments. "The strongest teams have members who have open minds, strong work ethics, creativity, and good leadership," she said. "There's no room for personal agendas when it comes to teaming." "The important characteristics of a strong team are that the members work together, acknowledge and use eac...

We are off and running in this new year.  The next few months are going to be crazy for all of us.  It is important to take time to take care of yourself during this busy time.  We want to be the best self we can be.  I read this great article over the weekend and hope you can get some great strategies to help us with our stress load.  Click on the link below:    Teaching is as stressful as an ER Have a wonderful week Mighty Manatees!

Good morning,  Welcome back! We hope you had a nice and relaxing break. Back the grind...but on a positive notice half the year is over. Here's to another great two quarters together! I wanted to share an article that ties in nicely with our new year. We all have personal and professional resolutions that we set at the beginning of a new year. It is important we take a second to reflect on our previous year in order to grow and flourish in the following year. Where do you want to grow? What do you want for your/our students? Of course we want the best, but how do you define/model that to our/your students? What do you do/say to help encourage and promote learning in a safe and enjoyable environment? What plan do you have to turn your professional vision into a reality? Please take a second to read the article below. I hope you find one take away to make this year successful. It lies in your hands, we are here to support, encourage, and motivate one another to be strong educa...