tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2840389366542916252024-03-18T21:32:09.678-07:00Webb ElementaryTodd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.comBlogger148125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-48777758768528176472019-05-24T09:00:00.001-07:002019-05-24T09:05:25.247-07:00The End<div style="text-align: center;">
Wow, it's strange realizing that as I sit here and type this, this will be my final staff blog post to you all.</div>
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The last 5 years in Navasota have been something special for sure. I have learned so much about myself, teaching, students, families, and so much more.</div>
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But most importantly I've had the extreme pleasure of working alongside all of you. We may not have always agreed but we always came together for kids.</div>
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Last weekend I think is when it truly hit me of all the "final" experiences here. I got little sleep Sunday night as I realized it was my final Monday with you all, the final House Field Trip, the final Scholastic Book Fair, the final of so many things for me as your Principal.</div>
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I know that you all will continue to do fantastic things for kids. It's part of who you are. I know as Mrs. Nichols takes the reins here at Webb she will continue doing fantastic things alongside all of you. It's in Webb's DNA.</div>
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I'm truly at a loss for words for what I'd really like to say, so I'll save it for our staff party together haha.</div>
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I know this coming week will be filled with many emotions and tears for myself. Saying goodbye is never easy.</div>
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You have been, and will always be, my family. And I will always be just a text, vox, or email away.</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - No School</div>
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Grades Due by Midnight</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - 5th Grade Trip</div>
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Prek-2nd Water Field Day</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - 3rd-5th Water Field Day</div>
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Senior Walk - ABOUT 9:15am</div>
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PreK Ceremony - 9:45am</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - LAST STUDENT DAY</div>
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Early Release - 12pm</div>
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End of Year Party - 5:30pm - Yumm, Brenham, TX</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - Inservice Day</div>
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We will be printing report cards on Tuesday morning, so grades are due by Midnight on Monday evening.</div>
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<b><u>Water Field Day</u></b></div>
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Coach Leonard is organizing the two Water Field Days and will get out information to your teams and to all helpers about how this will work!</div>
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As always you may wear shorts on Field Day.</div>
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Our campus is being used for Summer School. Any questions can be directed to Jason Puente, the summer school principal.</div>
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I have asked our cleaning group how they'd like your rooms to be left when you leave and all they asked is that any furniture be moved to the tile area.</div>
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The Senior Walk will take place on Wednesday at approximately 9:15am. We'll come over the announcements and PreK-2nd graders will sit in their hallways to cheer. 3rd-5th will stop their games and line the bus ramp.</div>
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We will early release on Thursday. All staff is to report to the High School for lunch by 12:45pm.</div>
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We hope you can come to our End of Year party at 5:30pm at Yumm in Downtown Brenham on Thursday, May 30th! It'll be our final big celebration together as well as Ms Neumann and Ms Brewer's Retirement!</div>
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All the food is paid for :-)</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b></div>
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Friday is a clean up and check out day! All staff is to report at 8am to campus. When your sign out sheet is done, you will see me as I am the final sign out person.</div>
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PLEASE...if you have questions about things on the sign out sheet, PLEASE ASK the person who is assigned to that task.</div>
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<b><u>Birthdays</u></b></div>
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May 29 - Marissa Garza</div>
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May 31 - Amanda Reyes</div>
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Tuesday - PreK and Kinder</div>
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Wednesday - 3rd and 4th</div>
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Thursday - 1st and 2nd and 5th</div>
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Here is this week's conversation with Katie Mense.</div>
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b></div>
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If there is one thing I could leave you with, it would be this...</div>
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Don't let anyone ever tell you that you aren't good enough or aren't working hard enough. I've watched you bend over backwards for NISD, our parents, our students, and each other. I've watched the countless hours and pieces of your paychecks you've donated. We've cried together, laughed together, and so much more. You are more than a score, you are more than a reading level, you are more than any single test could ever show. You've not only changed the lives of these students and families here at Webb, but you've changed mine. Own that.</div>
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<b><u>Cell Phone</u></b> - (979)451-0218<br />
<b><u>Voxer</u></b> - you should already know! haha<br />
<b><u>Email</u></b> - todd.nesloney@gmail.com or todd@tepsa.org</div>
Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-11848848308030953392019-05-17T11:10:00.002-07:002019-05-17T11:28:45.740-07:00Feeling Lonely<center style="background-color: white;">
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">We all have days when we feel lonely, but the very idea of loneliness comes from the false notion that we are separate and isolated parts in a world filled with other separate, isolated parts. In truth, we can no more be separate from our world than a fish can be separate from the water in which it swims. When we really begin to look at the boundaries we see as so solid, they prove to be, in fact, quite porous. For example, it is not clear exactly where our skin ends and the air begins when we consider how our skin is affected by changes in the quality of the air. When it is dry, our skin becomes dry, and when it is humid, our skin becomes moist and supple. </span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Week at a Glance</span></u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Monday</u></b> - Book Fair Starts</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Staff Book Shopping - 3:30pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - 1st Grade Field Trip</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Webb Family Book Fair - 5-7pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Winning House Trip - Horseshoe Junction</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Stenseth Retirement - 3:30pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Kinder Round Up - 4:30-6pm</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Friday</u></b> - Final Day to get Grades</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Bee Keeper Assembly (PreK-2) - 1:30pm - Gym</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Bee Keeper Assembly (3rd-5th) - 2:15pm - Gym</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week is our BOGO Book Fair!! We are so excited. Please help kids shop for books. The teacher schedule will come out later this evening.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">ALSO, as a special surprise, all classroom teachers will get $50 to spend for books for their classroom.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Please help us build up the Family Book Fair Night on Tuesday from 5-7pm. The first 65 families will get $40 extra to spend (yes employee families as well!).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Teachers can shop for books with their $50 on Monday at 3:30pm (not with their classes)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As with any book fair you (or your students) can bring their own money to shop with of course! But NO journals will be purchased with school funds.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The winning house trip (Ohitika) is Thursday! Students and staff will leave at 10am and return at 2:30pm.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Since Mrs Stenseth will be out of town the last night of work, there will be a retirement party in her honor on Thursday at 3:30pm. Hope you can attend!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The Webb Talent Show will take place at 8am on Friday morning in the Gym! Mr H will get us details soon.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The American Honey Queen will be visiting BeeWeaver Honey Farms and will be stopping by Webb to talk bees, beekeeping, and even to let our kids try some honey! The times are above.</span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Birthdays</span></u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">May 20 - Diddy Flores</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">May 23 - Gerry Williams</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://medium.com/@SaraKAhmed/socialized-a-letter-to-my-younger-self-ec8117b3c245?fbclid=IwAR1sSGlVoc1I75Zy0Otw0bwhjnw3pUS0q-cgwDJFPeKavpPwl3cyBa5FSbA#---0-38" target="_blank">Socialized: A Letter to My Younger Self</a></span><br />
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<b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">In Closing...</span></u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Since so many of you are dieting I thought you might like this new "Blue Apron" idea!</span></div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-24703042171408363702019-05-10T06:36:00.002-07:002019-05-10T06:36:22.845-07:00Being Aware of Your Thoughts<center style="background-color: white; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17.5px;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">Few people enjoy the company of individuals whose attitudes are persistently negative. Yet many of us tolerate the critical chatter that can originate within our own minds. Since we are so used to the stream of self-limiting, critical consciousness that winds its way through our thoughts, we are often unaware of the impact these musings have on our lives. It is only when we become aware of the power of such thoughts that we can divest ourselves of them and fill the emptiness they leave with loving, peaceful affirmations. Many people, upon paying careful attention to their thinking patterns, are surprised at the negativity they find there. But when we take notice of involuntary thoughts in a nonjudgmental way, we initiate a healing process that will eventually allow us to replace intimidating and upsetting self-talk with positive, empowering thoughts. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">While the occasional downbeat or judgmental thought may have little impact on your contentment, the ongoing negativity that passes unnoticed can have a dampening effect on your mood and your outlook. When you are aware of the tone of your thoughts, however, you can challenge them. Try to be conscious of your feelings, opinions, and judgments for a single day. From sunup to sundown, scrutinize the messages you are feeding into your subconscious mind. Consider your thoughts from the perspective of a detached observer and try not to judge yourself based on the notions that come unbidden into your mind. Simply watch the flow of your consciousness and make a note of the number of times you find yourself focusing on gloomy notions or indulging in self-directed criticism. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As you become increasingly aware of your patterns of thought, whether positive and negative, you will gradually learn to control the character of your stream of consciousness. Endeavor always to remember that the images and ideas that pass through your mind are transient and not a true representation of who you are. In training yourself to be cognizant of your thoughts, you gain the ability to actively modulate your mood. The awareness you cultivate within yourself will eventually enable you to create a foundation of positivity from which you can build a more authentic existence.</span></div>
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Our 2nd Annual Tea with a Lady event is Thursday at 5:30pm! We hope you can attend and also help set up and clean up. See Ms. Short if you have any questions!</div>
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This week is our week! It's our time to bring it for STAAR! We'll have all hands on deck to make this as seamless and organized as possible. Let's make sure that no matter what, on these 3 days, we welcome our kids with big smiles, hugs, high fives, and words of affirmation. They've got this!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u><br /></u></b>I know I've said this before, but if you serve morning car duty your job is to OPEN DOORS. Please make sure you're not just standing there, or talking with co-workers. Please open car doors and greet children and families. Two teams last week did not do this.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u><br /></u></b> There will be NO <span class="il">PLC</span> this week but still morning duty.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />Monday - Kinder on Duty<br />Tuesday - 1st & PreK on Duty<br />Wednesday - 2nd on Duty<br />Thursday - 3rd on Duty<br />Friday - 4th & 5th on Duty</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Here's this week's conversation with teacher Laurie McIntosh.</span></div>
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This week was Staff Appreciation Week and I hope we were able to show you just how much you are appreciated. Things wouldn't happen on this campus the way they do without EACH and EVERY one of you!</div>
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My buddy, Trevor Muir, made this awesome video below :-)</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "roboto" , "robotodraft" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Life can take us on a roller coaster ride full of highs and lows and twists and turns. Even for those of us who enjoy unexpected thrills, it's frightening to suddenly find ourselves heading for a deep plunge. Yet, it happens to all of us. At these moments, it is important to remember that you are not alone in your experiences. No matter how brave, strong, or level-headed we are, sometimes, we all get scared. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "roboto" , "robotodraft" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Our fears may revolve around our physical safety, particularly if we are not feeling well, living under difficult circumstances, or doing work that exposes us to hazardous conditions. Or, we may be experiencing financial woes that are causing us to be fearful about making ends meet. We may also fear the loss of a loved one who is sick, or we may be scared of never finding someone special to spend our life with. We may be scared to start at a new school, begin a different job, move to a new town, or meet new people. Whatever our fears are, they are valid, and we do not need to feel ashamed or embarrassed that we are, at times, afraid. </span></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Beginning of Staff Appreciation Week</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "roboto" , "robotodraft" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - Garza Baby Shower - 3:30pm </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "roboto" , "robotodraft" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Staff Prayer - 7:00am - TP Room</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />Monday - Kinder and 5th on Duty<br />Tuesday - 1st & PreK on Duty<br />Wednesday - 2nd on Duty<br />Thursday - 3rd on Duty<br />Friday - 4th on Duty</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week's conversation is with Matthew Goins (the creator of PuzzleHuddle)</span></div>
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<a href="https://mobile.edweek.org/c.jsp?cid=25919971&bcid=25919971&rssid=25919961&item=http%3A%2F%2Fapi.edweek.org%2Fv1%2Ftm%2Findex.html%3Fuuid%3D866F2AF0-62E2-11E9-8D9C-B4F258D98AAA&cmp=SOC-SHR-FB&fbclid=IwAR3lKq7F1o9F99_DCUAP1nBHpo59F4YlfkauC6X1o6wbk3K6QiQ9MI1ZSls" target="_blank">For Children Living in Poverty, The End of the Year Brings Mixed Emotions</a></div>
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I always love the power of music. Andy Grammer recently performed his hit song with a student choir and it's phenomenal.</div>
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</span>Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-70259923350519571462019-04-27T05:00:00.003-07:002019-04-27T05:00:20.484-07:00It's Gonna be May<div style="text-align: center;">
Can you believe it?? May will finally be here next week! Let's go out with a BANG!</div>
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We have all had the experience of worrying about something at some point in our lives. Some of us have a habitual tendency to worry, and all of us have known someone who is a chronic worrier. Worry is an extension of fear and can be a very draining experience. In order for worry to exist, we have to imagine that something bad might happen. What we are worrying about has not happened yet, however, so this bad thing is by definition a fantasy. Understood this way, worry is a self-created state of needless fear. Still, most of us worry.<br />
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One reason we worry is because we feel like we're not in control. For example, you might worry about your loved ones driving home in bad weather. There is nothing you can do to guarantee their safe passage, but you worry until you find out they have reached their destination unharmed. In this instance, worry is an attempt to feel useful and in control. However, worrying does nothing to ensure a positive outcome and it has an unpleasant effect on your body, mind, and spirit. The good news is that there are ways to transform this kind of worry so that it has a healing effect. Just as worry uses the imagination, so does the antidote to worry. Next time you find that you are worrying, imagine the best result instead of anticipating the worst outcome.<br />
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Another reason we worry is that something that we know is pending but are avoiding is nagging us--an unpaid parking ticket, an upcoming test, an issue with a friend. In these cases, acknowledging that we are worried and taking action is the best solution. If you can confront the situation and own your power to change it, you'll have no reason to worry.</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Sunday</u></b> - Grades due by Midnight</div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - MAP, Istation, and F&P End of Year Testing Begins</div>
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Bass Wedding Shower - 3:30pm</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - Nesloney, Short, Argueta at Principal Meeting all Morning</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - Boy Scouts at 7:40am to all students (5 min)</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Kinder to Dewberry Farms</div>
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Staff Prayer Time - 7am - TP room</div>
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National Day of Prayer - 7pm - VFW</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - Last Day to Have EOY T-TESS Meetings</div>
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4th Grade to AG Day at Fair Grounds</div>
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May 3 - Jennifer Short</div>
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<b><u>MAP, Istation, and F&P End of Year Testing</u></b></div>
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You have the entire month of May to get this done. Tested grade levels, you should NOT do MAP testing until after STAAR.</div>
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<b><u>EOY T-TESS Meetings</u></b></div>
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If you have not scheduled your End of Year T-TESS Meeting, those must be completed by Friday.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Just ONE day left to get your Kids Deserve It quote shirt. It says, "When you listen to a child you give them back their voice". Get yours <a href="https://www.customink.com/fundraising/kids-deserve-it" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week's conversation is with elementary educator, Mike McGowen.</span></div>
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b></div>
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It's so weird to think that I'll be leaving at the end of the school year. Some days I wake up and don't believe it. I get a hug from a child, a parent says something, or I see one of you doing something funny and it hits me and hits me hard that I'm leaving.</div>
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The last 5 years in Webb have been some of the best of my career and you all have become family. Though change is hard, and change is sometimes needed, I am choosing to not worry (Just like the opening of this blog says).</div>
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I wanted you to know that I accepted a job as the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership at TEPSA (Texas Association of Elementary Principal and Supervisors Association). I'll be doing a lot of different things including running all their social media accounts, visiting schools, amplifying member voice, building membership, creating new partnerships, and more. The next step is new and different for me, but one that I know God has directed my path to.</div>
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I will write a more meaningful letter to you all soon, but I am so excited to finish this year strong with all of you and make it the BEST ending to a school year EVER!</div>
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(and if you need a great new pop song to jam to, check out Taylor Swift's newest!)</div>
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A 4 day weekend is the perfect time to relax, rejuvenate, and enjoy some time with those you love. Come back ready to tackle the final weeks!</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - No School</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - House Game Meeting 3:30pm - Library</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - Nesloney off Campus at Region 6 Training</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Staff Prayer Time - 7am - TP Room</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - 5th Grade Math Fair</div>
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End of Progress Report Grading Period</div>
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<b><u>House Game Meeting</u></b></div>
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We will have our Final house games on May 10th. If you would like to help plan that activities for that game please plan to attend a quick House Games meeting at 3:30pm on Tuesday!</div>
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<b><u>5th Grade Math Fair</u></b></div>
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The annual 5th Grade Math Fair will take place Friday. Your kids will get to experience it during their CAMP time. This is a great opportunity to celebrate our 5th graders' passions. Please plan to stop by as well. Do not just drop your kids off and leave.</div>
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<b><u>Morning Car Duty</u></b></div>
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I know I've said this before, but if you serve morning car duty your job is to OPEN DOORS. Please make sure you're not just standing there, or talking with co-workers. Please open car doors and greet children and families. Two teams last week did not do this.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Monday - No School</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tuesday - 1st & PreK on Duty</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Wednesday - 2nd on Duty</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Thursday - 3rd on Duty</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Friday - 4th on Duty</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">April 18 - Lauren Mulgrew</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">April 20 - Elizabeth Griesbach</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">April 26 - Ashley Arrington</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week's conversation is with Principal Melanie Rucker.</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/when-a-laundromat-becomes-a-library?fbclid=IwAR3BbtIepS8JbgZWHCkhd2fYEOLqXEJtMSfAC_3-5DWaYWbvokY4etTo3Wk" target="_blank">When a Laundromat Becomes a Library</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2019/04/17/ive-had-a-lot-of-survivors-guilt.html?fbclid=IwAR1avwDByOoedJ06sVM91vCUwEwwp3J1d9NE-aE4M6NUiGLJPYmrI5adWJE" target="_blank">Columbine High's Former Principal on Healing His Community</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.scarymommy.com/schools-prioritize-relationships-over-grades/?fbclid=IwAR2YonopJp-JUofWgkyqEnxmKx5KuFvJsjJ7p1bxsJJ4hinfX43Wbb-oqn4" target="_blank">Schools Need to Focus More on This Instead of Grades</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.cnn.com/2019/03/26/us/iyw-town-for-the-homeless-trnd/index.html" target="_blank">A Suburbia for Homeless in Austin</a></div>
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b></div>
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Trauma leaves behind scars we don't often see right away. Many of our students are coming from places of immense trauma and we need to take that into consideration before we demand an extreme consequence or punish them severely. Every case is different. I encourage you to watch the video at the top of <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2019/04/17/health/columbine-parkland-survivors-20-years/index.html" target="_blank">THIS</a> article. It's a powerful reminder.</div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-10758746376596532482019-04-12T08:28:00.003-07:002019-04-12T08:28:50.852-07:00The Holidays<div style="text-align: center;">
As educators, many of us look forward to the longer weekend or extra days off. It's a time to refresh and refuel and gives us just that extra boost to make it through another few weeks.</div>
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But something I'm often reminded of is how not all of our students feel the same way. This next week is our first of 2 four day weeks. I have already had several students ask me if we have to have those days off. If they can come to school instead.</div>
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It breaks my heart to remember that not every child we serve goes home to a loving home. But I'm also encouraged by the simple fact that they want to be here. That you all have worked to build an environment that students don't want to leave.</div>
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This time of year we can easily lose sight of the impact we're making. But I know each of you are leaving your imprint on this children's hearts.</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Saturday</u></b> - Beauty and the Beast at 1pm and 6pm</div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Start of Rattlers Read One Week</div>
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Faculty Meeting - 3:45pm - Gym</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - Lauren Musick PLC Meeting - 3:30pm - Her Room</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - 5th Grade Field Trip</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Kinder Photos</div>
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Staff Prayer Time - 7am</div>
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Nesloney Off Campus</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - No School</div>
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Lauren Mulgrew - April 18th</div>
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<b><u>Staff Meeting</u></b></div>
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We will have an all Staff Meeting on Monday at 3:45pm. Please come ready to discuss Chapters 3-6 of the Power of Moments.</div>
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<b><u>Thanks</u></b></div>
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Big shout out to Mrs. Argueta for all her hard work in organizing and leading STAAR testing this week! We had a successful first round! It's not an easy task and we are so thankful for the work that Mrs. Argueta does.</div>
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Also a shout out to Mr. Haliburton for all the extra work and time he (and his helpers) put in to bring us and our students special events that are so amazing.</div>
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This week's conversation is with guided math extraordinaire, Reagan Tunstall.</div>
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<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/top-companies-are-hiring-more-candidates-without-a-4-year-degree-2019-4" target="_blank">Apple, Google, and Netflix Don't Require Employees to have 4 Year Degree</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/5-barriers-to-more-authentic-teaching-and-learning/" target="_blank">5 Barriers to More Authentic Teaching and Learning</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.inspiremore.com/erin-castillo-mental-health-chart/" target="_blank">After a Student Attempts Suicide, Teacher Shares Special Chart</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.spencerauthor.com/ask-tons-of-questions/" target="_blank">Spark Curiosity and Have Students Ask Better Questions</a></div>
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b></div>
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We all have to remember that every action we take and every word we choose will leave an impression. I hope one day we all get to experience something as heartwarming as the video below.</div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-12258994060836695112019-04-05T09:07:00.000-07:002019-04-05T09:07:04.403-07:00Grief is Important<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: roboto, robotodraft, helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: center; width: 100%;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Change is something that happens each and every moment in our lives. Since nothing is constant, it may sometimes seem as if we are losing something whenever things do change. Understanding that this is part of our daily existence and that there will not only be gains but also losses in our lives can help us more readily accept and deal with whatever happens.<br />Whenever we lose something or somebody we love, it is important for us to take time out for ourselves and truly feel the weight of what we are experiencing. Although it may seem that doing so will push us into a deeper state of sadness, truly giving ourselves permission to be with whatever arises actually creates space for us to begin the healing process. This is because the act of grieving is a natural process, allowing us to sort through the range of emotions that are present in our everyday existence. </span><br />
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<b><u>Sunday</u></b> - Grades due by Midnight</div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Start of Assistant Principal Week</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - 4th Grade Writing & 5th Grade Math STAAR</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - 5th Grade Reading STAAR</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - #LoveMySchoolDay</div>
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Staff Prayer - 7am - TP Room</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - Webb Singers at Brosig</div>
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Beauty and the Beast - 7pm - Brosig Auditorium</div>
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<b><u>Saturday</u></b> - Beauty and the Beast - 2pm and 6pm - Brosig Auditorium</div>
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Jocelyn White - April 10</div>
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Giovana Toscano-Zavala - April 12</div>
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Monday - Kinder & 5th on Duty</div>
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Tuesday - 1st & PreK on Duty</div>
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Wednesday - 2nd on Duty</div>
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Friday - 4th on Duty</div>
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At our faculty meeting coming up in two weeks, we'll continue our conversation over our book The Power of Moments. You'll need to read chapters 3-6. <b><i>Please come prepared to discuss.</i></b></div>
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HUGE thank you to Becky Madison. Not only is she a fantastic nurse and all around brilliant and kind human being but she's brought us the Rattler Store, had the idea for cooking hotdogs, and brought us Orbit last week! Thank you Nurse Madison!</div>
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Many have asked about the Quote shirts or Tell Your Story shirts. If you'd like one you can get one <a href="https://www.customink.com/fundraising/todd-nesloney" target="_blank">HERE</a>. I make ZERO money off of these, just to be clear. All money is donated back to YOU and Donors Choose projects as well as Title 1 Schools in memory of my mother, Sally Rost. The shirts are made of that super soft material.</div>
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This week's conversation is with viral YouTube and social media mogul, GloZell Green.</div>
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This next week our 4th and 5th graders (and teachers) will be filled with anxiety and worry. Let's do everything we can to encourage our kiddos. To show them they've been taught the materials and they've got this! Let's high five their teachers and remind them of all the hard work we know they've put in.</div>
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Together we're always better. Remember the research behind having others color with crayola crayons and how it reduces stress. Remember the research behind goal setting. Remember the power of a single word.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">As we focus on the many obligations we gladly undertake in order to create the lives we want, sleep is often the first activity that we sacrifice. We're compelled by both external and internal pressures to be productive during many of our waking hours. While this can lead to great feats of accomplishment, it also disrupts the body's natural cycles and leaves us craving rest. Napping represents a pleasurable remedy to this widespread sleep deprivation. Though judged by many as a pastime of little children or the lazy, the need for a nap is a trait that all mammals share and an acceptable part of the day in many countries. It is also a free and effortless way to improve our health and lift our spirits. A nap is relaxing and can improve our mood, vision, reflexes, and memory.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Lack of sleep, whether ongoing or the result of a single night's wakefulness, puts stress on the body and mind. It can negatively impact your physical and mental health. At one time, napping was considered a natural part of life. In the past hundred years, however, electricity and modern conveniences have provided us with more time to engage in personal and professional activities. Consequently there is now less time for sleep. A mere ten minutes of sleep in the middle of the day can leave you feeling more cheerful and alert. A half-hour long nap can sharpen your senses and refresh your energy reserves, and a shorter nap can even sustain you through a long day. Napping can help you make up for lost sleep and serves as a supplement to your usual sleep schedule. You may need to give yourself permission to nap by making nap-time a part of your day.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Feelings of guilt about napping or being preoccupied with other activities can keep you awake when you are trying to take a nap. If you need help, surround yourself with soft pillows and blankets or soothing music. Try to take a nap at the same time each day and use an alarm clock to ensure that you don't fall into too deep a sleep. Learning to nap and enjoying its benefits can help you reclaim your natural right to nap. You nourish your being every time you take a nap.</span></div>
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Big thanks to Marylee (and her helpers) for a smooth Benchmark week. Also a thank you to Cewilla Thomas and Liz Nesloney (and all the volunteers) for organizing our 4th Annual Dinner with a Gentleman. It was FANTASTIC. We'll be planning the 2nd Annual Tea with a Lady event soon!</div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Rediscover the little things in life that make you happy, add a new little thing each day, and be prepared to shine.</span></i></div>
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<span class="m_3454684421384528652inspiration-body-text"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Life is full of little wonders that can make us happy. The sound of a baby's laughter, a good book, the comforting smell of a favorite old sweatshirt, and the warmth from a cup of hot tea are simple pleasures that can easily put smiles on our faces. These "little things" are easily accessible to us and can be sources for happiness. A key to finding them is taking the time to put those rose-colored glasses from childhood back on so you can easily access the joy in all the "little things" life has to offer. </span></span></div>
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<span class="m_3454684421384528652inspiration-body-text"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><br />Finding a puppy rummaging through the laundry basket, trying on that perfect shade of lipstick, or discovering the extra change you left in your back pocket can turn into moments of delight. Like kids digging in the sandbox for buried trinkets, we may even begin to experience happiness when we engage in the seemingly mundane. Figuring out a software program can feel like deciphering a treasure map, and that first sip of tea in the morning can taste like a forbidden delicacy. Swaying to music playing on the radio can turn into an interpretive jig, riding a bike can seem like flying to the moon, and getting a phone call from that special someone can feel like winning the lottery. A pickup game of basketball becomes an exciting match among champions, and observing an elderly couple walking hand in hand can turn into a meditation on peace and contentment. </span></span></div>
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<span class="m_3454684421384528652inspiration-body-text"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><br />When we begin rediscovering that the little things in life can make us happy, we naturally want to share this joy with others. We may gush over a friend when we run into them unexpectedly, praise a street musician for their talents, or blow bubbles for the neighborhood kids to chase. We may even start to think of the little things we can do to make other people happy, which in turn makes us happy all over again. There is an endless supply of little things and little moments that can make us happy. All we have to do is look for them, and they'll magically start to appear.</span></span></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Pennies for Patients Continues</div>
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5th Grade at Camp Allen</div>
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3rd and 4th Grade Reading Benchmark</div>
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We have our FINAL round of Benchmarks this week! Woo hoo! We're excited to see the progress our students have made. Please ask Marylee if you have any questions about testing. Please also keep your kids as quiet as possible in the hallways.</div>
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Dinner with a Gentleman is Tuesday at 5:30pm. Please help us continue to advertise. Please bring cookies and if you can't please bring $5 to give to Cewilla Thomas. If you'd like to help set up, decorate, or plan, please also see Cewilla.</div>
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Wednesday at 3:45pm, Jaci Boykin and Kelsey Kuehler will be leading a quick training over how to use Alexa in the classroom. If you would like for us to consider purchasing you an Amazon Echo device (Alexa) you must attend this informational meeting.</div>
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Picture Day is Thursday. We always take our Spring Staff Photo at 7:40am. Please be here, and on time, for the photo. I'm going to get PTO to help with coverage.</div>
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Here is a conversation with poet Tanner Olson.</div>
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<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/dyslexic-shark-tank-investors-consider-it-strength-2018-2?fbclid=IwAR35yLVCy9z5xR-vEyMjOlYLE0WGRfw5vD7XoDPlr--XXJQ0nrIQmwaSRPU" target="_blank">3 of the 6 Shark Tank Investors are Dyslexic</a></div>
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<a href="https://news.yahoo.com/homeless-boy-wins-york-state-150730641.html?ncid=facebook_yahoonewsf_akfmevaatca&fbclid=IwAR0X2QevIBlmazMRIRLQtddBay_EFfksH6rxSJlV_53cgjE3b-icNHCcOMM" target="_blank">8 Year Old Homeless Boy Wins Chess Championship</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.npr.org/2019/03/15/702514656/dan-finkel-how-can-play-help-us-understand-math?fbclid=IwAR3iginlZq9OmmUkMrlHPtNT0MEOlbVBzvcyhm1QnRwSU-F-hcgL3MGBexY" target="_blank">How Can Play Help us Understand Math</a></div>
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You can't reach a child until you know where they come from. Until you allow their struggles to break into your heart. Take the time to talk to and get to know your students more and more every day.</div>
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A former student of mine, Christian Marie, is a aspiring singer. Attending a special music school and all. She even sang at my wedding. I'm working on getting her to come perform for our students and also bring some teachers from her music school to come speak! Excited!</div>
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Well we did it! We made it to Spring Break, and it has been a well earned break indeed!</div>
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I hope during these next 9 days off that each of you take time renew, get rejuvenated, and relax! Take time for you, because that is just as important as anything else!</div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Spring Parent/Teacher Conferences Start</div>
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Pennies for Patients Begins</div>
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School Board Meeting - 6:30pm</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - PTO Meeting - 5:30pm - Library</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Staff Prayer Time - 7am - PLC Room</div>
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<b><u>Saturday</u></b> - 3rd-5th Saturday School</div>
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It's that time again! As I've shared it the past, it is law for us as a Title 1 to do Parent/Teacher conferences in the fall and spring. You will have a two week window to get them all done.</div>
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It is a requirement to meet with every parent. In person, over phone, or at their home. Please keep a sign in sheet.</div>
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It's important, especially at the spring conferences, to have the student present and part of the conference.</div>
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In 3rd-5th especially the students should really be leading the conferences.</div>
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Once yours are complete, please turn in the sign in sheet to Ms. Puentes.</div>
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<b><u>Teacher, Para, and Rookie of the Year</u></b></div>
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Congrats to our Top 5 finalists in each category!</div>
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Voting is now open. Please select your top choice in each category. Winners will be announced the week we return from Spring Break.</div>
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<a href="https://goo.gl/forms/LULH9Kviw88wjMby2" target="_blank">VOTE HERE</a></div>
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This year our Student Council is heading up Pennies for Patients. A fundraiser to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. You'll be receiving information in your box and from Ms Klinke soon (if you haven't already!)</div>
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Speaking of Student Council...congrats to Ms Klinke and Ms Day for their work with our StuCo. Our kids were one of the Top 10 finalists of StuCos in the state who came up with a new theme song and theme for next year's StuCo. We didn't win, but top 10 is AWESOME!</div>
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Our first academic Saturday School is Saturday, March 23rd. It is for 3rd-5th grade students and will run from 9am-11am. 3rd-5th Teachers, please create a list of who will be there and have to me by Wednesday, March 20th so we can get volunteers to teach. </div>
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Be thinking about if you'd like to work Saturday School. It is $25 an hour you'd be paid.</div>
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Several of you have asked about KDI shirts. You can get one <a href="https://www.customink.com/fundraising/kids-deserve-it" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div>
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March 10 - Maria Alcantara</div>
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March 11 - Todd Nesloney</div>
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March 11 - Brenda Parker</div>
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March 18 - Jeannie Robertson</div>
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March 22 - Kevin Haliburton</div>
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March 23 - Eric Ceballos</div>
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Monday - 2nd Grade</div>
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Tuesday - 3rd Grade</div>
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Wednesday - 4th Grade</div>
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Thursday - Kindergarten</div>
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Friday - 1st Grade</div>
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<b><u>Tell Your Story</u></b></div>
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Here's a great conversation with teacher Tim Evans</div>
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<a href="https://www.upworthy.com/3-racial-microaggressions-that-teachers-commit-every-day-and-how-to-avoid-them?c=ufb1&fbclid=IwAR1QrYvmc_qy6n7hU4fMVUqZDjvdK7dlPJkKvfyk-eNP5yn8rBcVVAkNuj8" target="_blank">3 Racial Microagressions Teachers Commit Everyday - And How Avoid Them</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.librarygirl.net/blog/let-s-stop-using-the-term-fake-news-a-free-media-literacy-vocabulary-activity?fbclid=IwAR3P-xiRwo29JC_Trk92FuWA5d9G3qaly7rNg-IoJxVPEste6p-YRQaYiKs" target="_blank">Let's Stop Using the Term 'Fake News' - A Free Media Literacy Vocabulary Activity</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.benjamingilpin.com/bens-blog/believing-in-boys?fbclid=IwAR1D3AFjJ49Tu_Ti8_YnkWUcigxE7y4ptWF082-qo-Q-666BBUo-lhfZtfM" target="_blank">Believing In Boys</a></div>
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<a href="https://bigthink.com/mind-brain/mind-brain-home-library-benefits?fbclid=IwAR2wFa-vz6-cZR6wMP_Ta79EfqbyriOIXtYhFmR2YNrOQFgiRZZoEXBtHas" target="_blank">A Home Library Can Have a Powerful Effect on Children</a></div>
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<b><u>In Closing..</u></b></div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-36091495485314302462019-03-01T09:20:00.002-08:002019-03-01T11:29:25.318-08:00One Week!<div style="text-align: center;">
That ever allusive Spring Break is right around the corner!</div>
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I know this past week, with the dreary weather and us being stuck inside all day, has really made it a tough week. We are all ready for some brighter weather!</div>
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But if there's one thing I know for sure, it's that we've got this! We may have to muster together every last ounce of strength that we have, but together we can move this campus forward and help every one of our kids find their version of success!</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Start of School Breakfast Week</div>
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Staff Meeting - 3:45pm - Gym</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - Elsie the Cow at Breakfast<br />
Team Leader Meeting - 3:30pm - PLC Room</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - Zeitman Baby Shower - 3:30pm - Library</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Wee Walk</div>
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Staff Prayer - 7am - PLC room</div>
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Black History Program - 7:45am - Gym</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - House Games</div>
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Last day to collect Grades for Report Card</div>
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<b><u>Report Cards</u></b></div>
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Report Card grading period cut off (for you to input grades) is the Sunday Night after Spring Break.</div>
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<b><u>Staff Meeting</u></b></div>
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Our "Vacation" Staff Meeting is Monday at 3:45pm! And yes, wear your Hawaiian Gear all day long!</div>
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<b><u>Wee Walk</u></b></div>
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Wee Walk will take place this upcoming Thursday! Help us spread the word as much as possible with students! If you need information, stop by and chat with Coach Leonard.</div>
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<b><u>Black History Program</u></b></div>
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Our Black History Program, developed by Mr H, will be Thursday morning during arrival time at 7:45am. Please plan to watch and celebrate the program alongside your students.</div>
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<b><u>House Games</u></b></div>
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Our 2nd to last House Games this year are going to be on Friday!! It'll be a Western Theme so get your western gear ready! We'll also be celebrating our goals from the Spring Fundraiser so there'll definitely be some silly string and pies in the faces coming!</div>
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March 7 - TJ Longabaugh</div>
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<b><u>PLCs this Week</u></b></div>
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Please notice below the schedule for this week. Yes, all PreK-K-1st grade teachers will have TWO PLC days this week. As far as morning duty, please split your PreK-K-1st grade teams in half if you'd like to cover duty each of the two days.</div>
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Monday - Prek, K, and 1st Teachers (yes, all)</div>
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Tuesday - 2-5 ELAR Teachers</div>
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Wednesday - PreK, K, and 1st Teachers (yes, all)</div>
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Thursday - 2-5 Math/Sci Teachers</div>
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Friday - 5th Grade Teachers on Morning Duty Only</div>
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<b><u>TELPAS & Attendance</u></b></div>
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Huge thanks to Marylee Argueta for all her hard work and organization with TELPAS! It has run sooooo smoothly this week!</div>
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And huge thanks to Jennifer Short for all her work in getting our tardies and absences lined up and taken care of.</div>
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Here is a great conversation with the creator of "Be The Nice Kid", Bryan Skavnak.</div>
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<a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2019/02/momo-challenge-hoax/583825/?fbclid=IwAR35WhFRXKxUv2xcdyIrr0tetVORvAuTas3flIkNMFk4ojgHawmBBdhDVxE" target="_blank">Momo is Not Trying to Kill Children</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.leanderisd.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=79318&pageId=19832776&fbclid=IwAR36nTcTGMCpldHazQ8-WxB69P3J8G6thdocqIoHphqDref3II4WItaf7n0" target="_blank">2019 Battle of the Bluebonnets</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.cnn.com/2019/01/30/health/book-vending-machine-trnd/index.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=editorial&utm_content=cnn-books&fbclid=IwAR0dd1LmYg3OOobZfF9_dZy5quECgEqok8dEUWoq3dqBKooCEDHcqDUtBtM" target="_blank">Vending Machine Filled with Books</a></div>
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b></div>
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Kids say the funniest things sometimes. I loved watching this short video about a 4 year old who had his dad mic him up during his hockey game! </div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-24627004278677819092019-02-22T11:57:00.000-08:002019-02-22T11:57:46.050-08:00Hope<div style="text-align: center;">
Hope is a powerful thing. It resides within each of us.</div>
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We hope for many things.</div>
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But with hope, there must also be action.</div>
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Even though times are crazy and change is inevitable, it's important that we hold onto hope that things will always get better when we work hard to achieve our dreams.</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Start of Book Fair</div>
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Staff Meeting with Dr Musick - 3:45pm - Gym</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Staff Prayer Time - 7am</div>
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Hard Hats (2nd Grade) Trip</div>
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Black History Program - 6pm</div>
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<b><u>PLC This Week</u></b></div>
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Come prepared to talk about the how you're meeting those students who are struggling with standards already covered.</div>
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Monday - 2nd Grade</div>
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Tuesday - 3rd Grade</div>
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Wednesday - 4th Grade</div>
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Thursday - 5th Grade</div>
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Friday - Kindergarten</div>
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<b><u>Birthdays</u></b></div>
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Lisha Worrall - Feb 25</div>
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Julie Brooks - Feb 28</div>
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<b><u>TELPAS Testing</u></b></div>
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The two computer labs will be closed all week for TELPAS testing. The MacBook Lab will remain open.</div>
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<b><u>Tell Your Story</u></b></div>
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This week's conversation is with educator, Rae Hughart.</div>
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<b><u>Blogs/Articles</u></b></div>
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<a href="https://chalkbeat.org/posts/us/2019/02/12/study-arts-education-boosted-compassion-and-writing-scores/?fbclid=IwAR1tJK7EmjFnOwfKHmBA8dLc7e8JLdyXJroMJZJ7I7d0voiQsS1YENVtSC4" target="_blank">Extra Artistic Time Increases Students Writing and Compassion</a></div>
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<a href="https://medium.com/@katieishizukastephens/the-black-power-book-list-17-childrens-books-on-black-activists-innovators-and-scholars-who-f3e2b478c1ea?fbclid=IwAR2DpEOqn8x6REMUpmJ0GYDdgoJKTZy01F-1usPd-MeNBP38NYuww7iXjcs" target="_blank">47 Picture Books</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.becauseofthemwecan.com/blogs/culture/former-nfl-star-martellus-bennett-publishes-book-that-encourages-black-boys-to-dream-beyond-the-stereotypes?fbclid=IwAR3dpFlNy0xkjmE70O6fvgPl0ZWd2Fj4YpiewtWHdgeTJOrhATLTJHsAIW0#" target="_blank">Former NFL Star Publishes Book</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.natgen.org/spotlight/2019-long-list-announced/?fbclid=IwAR24yRHqlghSx1FKOBD108yzYDekFSw_dJieC_g2Lfw9mUI2b_DN4bxwKeI" target="_blank">2019 Green Earth Book Award List</a></div>
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b></div>
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We all have that teacher we'll remember for years to come. Either because of how powerful of a positive impact they left or how painful they left us feeling.</div>
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This week, choose to be the teacher children remember.</div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-68257112309945401332019-02-15T12:10:00.000-08:002019-02-15T12:10:27.646-08:00Keeping the Focus<div style="text-align: center;">
As we move into a four day week, it's imperative that we keep the focus on instruction and our kids and bring the most every day!</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b>Sunday</b> - Grades Due by Midnight</div>
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<b>Monday</b> - Staff Work Day</div>
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All teachers report to Cafeteria for Training</div>
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All IAs report to front office</div>
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<b>Wednesday</b> - 4th Grade NAEP Test</div>
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<b>Thursday</b> - Staff Prayer at 7am</div>
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<b><u>Birthdays</u></b></div>
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Maura Pavlock - Feb 18</div>
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Kayla Parker - Feb 18</div>
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Susan Brak - Feb 19</div>
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Ashley Jersey - Feb 23</div>
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<b><u>NAEP Test</u></b></div>
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On Wednesday a select group of 4th Grade Students will be taking the NAEP Test. Marylee will get with those affected.</div>
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<b><u>PLCs</u></b></div>
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This week in PLC will be time for you to work on intentional planning with your team/subjects.</div>
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Tuesday - 4th Grade</div>
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Wednesday - 5th Grade</div>
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Thursday - 3rd Grade</div>
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Friday - 2nd Grade</div>
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<b><u>TELPAS training</u></b></div>
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<br />Marylee will get with teachers who will need TELPAS training. It will take place during your conference on Wednesday</div>
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<b><u>Nesloney off Campus</u></b></div>
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I will be off campus Monday-Wednesday at my annual Scholastic Training. I will be available via Voxer and Email.</div>
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<b><u>Tell Your Story</u></b></div>
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Here is this week's episode with Daniel Patterson about overcoming addiction and working with at risk youth.</div>
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<a href="https://abc7ny.com/education/school-fills-vending-machine-with-books-instead-of-sweets/5109735/?fbclid=IwAR2MwRyqIr5l5AkHMTH1qaaFx3kqc6jL7vWL8HSAX4anOD9tvOurmc1Z2Zs" target="_blank">School Fills Vending Machine With Books Instead of Sweets</a></div>
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<a href="https://scottwoodsmakeslists.wordpress.com/2018/02/07/28-more-black-picture-books-that-arent-about-boycotts-buses-or-basketball-2018/?fbclid=IwAR0H2V5OfsCuuGaD1Bc515MYdGnycAvHDUcsocrVMPviPG-V2rkqL6r4FK8" target="_blank">28 More Picture Books</a></div>
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<b><u>In Closing.. </u></b></div>
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May you all show the same kind of excitement over the things some of us take for granted.</div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-71104380217409768762019-02-08T11:39:00.003-08:002019-02-08T11:39:39.442-08:00Enough<div style="text-align: center;">
The idea of being "enough" has been something on my heart for years. If there's one thing I know, it's that I can always grow. I can always get better. I can find ways to do my job more efficiently, listen more, focus harder. But one thing I never have to worry about is being "enough". Why? Because exactly who you are now, is enough. That isn't an "out" for any of us to stop trying, but instead a focus of stop convincing ourselves that we aren't good enough.</div>
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That we didn't grade papers long enough. That we didn't study hard enough. That we didn't love enough. If we are putting everything we have, every day, into what we do, then we are doing exactly what we need to be.</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Staff Meeting - 3:45pm - Gym</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - 4th Grade Writing Benchmark</div>
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5th Grade Math Benchmark</div>
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Team Leader Meeting - 3:30pm</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - 5th Grade Reading Benchmark</div>
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PTO Meeting - 5:30pm - Library</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Staff Prayer Time - 7am</div>
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PTO Valentine Tattoos - 7:15am</div>
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Valentine Parties - 2:30pm</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - Grading Period Ends</div>
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<b><u>Sunday</u></b> - Grades due by Midnight</div>
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This week is the start of our Spring Benchmarks. We will have kids testing all around school so please be mindful in the hallways.</div>
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The grade levels who aren't testing shouldn't have their day impacted.</div>
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This week our Team Leader meeting will be at 3:30pm on Tuesday afternoon.</div>
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Please know that on Thursday, all Valentine deliveries will be held in the front office until 2:30pm. Unless you are 5th grade (or I have spoken with you), parties should be starting at 2:30pm.</div>
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<b><u>Birthdays</u></b></div>
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Geralyn Jackson - Feb 11</div>
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On Monday we will have an all staff meeting at 3:45pm. Please make sure you've read Chapters 1 & 2 from The Power of Moments and be ready to discuss.</div>
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I know it goes without saying, but just like how you expect your students to do the assignments you ask them to do, please schedule time in your calendar to make time to do this reading that I'm asking you to do!</div>
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This week we will have no PLCs.</div>
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Monday - Kinder</div>
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This week's conversation is with a teacher from Ireland, Christopher O'Flynn</div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-4031210654500260682019-02-01T13:02:00.000-08:002019-02-01T13:02:39.629-08:00Mistakes<div style="text-align: center;">
I read a great children's book this week called <i>The Book of Mistakes</i> by Corinna Luyken. It's a incredibly creative story about how a mistake doesn't have to sideline us. How if we choose to look at the mistake differently, and learn from it, then it can turn into something even more amazing than how we originally imagined.</div>
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That idea is so applicable in our lives as educators. There are so many opportunities for all of us to make mistakes every day. But it's all in how we learn from the mistakes that really defines us.</div>
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<b>Wednesday</b> - Nesloney Off Campus</div>
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3rd Grade Field Trip</div>
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<b>Thursday</b> - Staff Prayer Time - 7am - TP Room</div>
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<b>Friday</b> - 100th Day of School</div>
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We will be celebrating our 100th day of school on Friday! How can you make this day a fun day full of 100 celebrations???</div>
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The Bem-Vindos reward trip is on Friday. They will leave at about 9am and return at about 1:30 or 2pm.</div>
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Know your standards and your lessons. Be ready.</div>
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Monday - 1st Grade</div>
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Tuesday - 3rd Grade</div>
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Wednesday - 4th Grade</div>
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Lisa Marsh - February 3</div>
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Brittney Taylor - February 5</div>
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Demi Marek - February 6</div>
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Lauren Musick - February 9</div>
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Some of you have asked about Kids Deserve It shirts/hoodies/long sleeves. They can be found <a href="https://www.customink.com/fundraising/kids-deserve-it" target="_blank">HERE</a> for the next two weeks.</div>
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<b><u>Valentine Parties are Coming....</u></b></div>
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Valentine Parties will be on February 14th at 2:30pm for all grade levels except 5th.</div>
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This week is a pretty powerful conversation with Rachelle Smith about her journey in education and her struggle with infertility.</div>
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<a href="https://www.bookbub.com/blog/2019/01/16/best-books-for-4th-graders-editorial-blurbs?source=facebook_share&fbclid=IwAR0buTo_LAVAOv0GoJsZ0x3SVFeXM4_Abs1vMGbammq-RQVnjLr25x9z73c" target="_blank">21 Books That Will Spark a Love of Reading in Your 4th Grader</a></div>
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Engagement matters! I saw lots of great engagement techniques this week in classes! How are you helping keep kids engaged in your lessons? How are you thinking outside of the box?</div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-1162495058373426692019-01-25T11:47:00.000-08:002019-01-25T11:57:48.286-08:00Every Day Matters<div style="text-align: center;">
As we've all heard before "every day matters". May sound trite, but it's true. Every day counts. And that's why it's so important that we don't waste a moment. That we soak it all in, let go of our frustrations/regrets, focus on the here and now, and bring out our best! We can do this!</div>
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<b>Sunday</b> - Grades due by Midnight</div>
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<b>Monday</b> - Mark Ybarra on Campus</div>
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<b>Tuesday</b> - Staff Work Out - 4:15pm</div>
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<b>Friday</b> - World Read Aloud Day</div>
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BOOSTERTHON!!!! (wear your shirt!)<br />
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<br />We want to welcome Olivia Hildreth (left) and Melissa Morgan (right) to our team!! Olivia will be joining PPCD as a new instructional aide and Melissa will be joining Mr Bradford and Mr Holt on our SPED team! We couldn't be more excited to have them on board. Make sure you stop by and welcome them to the family!<br />
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Don't forget that Friday is also World Read Aloud Day! Let us know how you're celebrating and if we can play a part!!! Advertise what you're doing, share with parents, give them ideas, invite families in to take part! Let's make this day awesome!</div>
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Make sure you're raising those funds too!! We really want to encourage our students and staff as much as possible because this is our one big fundraiser of the year! The schedule for the Fun Run is below (and on the campus calendar)</div>
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LAST CALL for all staff to send me a childhood photo!!</div>
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This week in PLCs, teachers need to come prepared. This week we'll be talking all things instruction. So you should know your standards, what they are, and how you're teaching, re-teaching, extending your activities! Prizes for the most prepared grade levels!</div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The tales you lose yourself in can lead you on paths of discovery that take you out of your own life and help you see that existence can unfold in an infinite number of ways. You can learn so much from the characters and mentors who guide you from page to page. Your emotions are awakened each time you read, allowing you to become vessels of the passion that pours forth from line after line of print. Ultimately, the books you absorb--those that touch you deeply--will become a part of who you are, providing you with a rich and thrilling world within that you can revisit anytime you wish by simply closing your eyes. If you haven't read a book for pleasure lately, try and allow yourself the time--you deserve it.</span></span></div>
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Every child. That's exactly who matters. That we look at every child and how we can move them forward.</div>
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Will we struggle? yes. Will we doubt we can move that "one" child? yes. Does that mean we give up? no way.</div>
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We try and meet their needs by finding what they love to do. We try and connect with them by making a home visit or attending an outside school event. We eat lunch with them. We play at recess. We write them a note. Give their family a call. We tell them we think they're amazing; every day. We find what works and that's what we do.</div>
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It takes a lot of trial and error, but the only way we move forward as a campus is when we all come to realize that EVERY kid is our kid. That EVERY kid is who we're accountable to. That EVERY kid needs us to show up every day and give them an education they couldn't even have dreamed of.</div>
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Monday - Holiday</div>
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Tuesday - Start of Boosterthon</div>
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Nesloney Out Most of Day</div>
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Wednesday - Big Kahuna Trip for Top Sellers</div>
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Thursday - Staff Prayer - 7am</div>
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County Spelling Bee - 6:30pm</div>
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Friday - End of Progress Report</div>
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Sunday - Grades due by Midnight</div>
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Our Annual Boosterthon Fundraiser is here! This is our ONE big fundraiser for our school, so we need to go all out! Including staff raising money!! There'll be lots of prizes for some of our staff and student top fundraisers!</div>
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3:45pm - Staff Kickoff Event</div>
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Our students who were top fundraisers for the PTO fundraiser in the fall will be going on the Lunch Ride Trip on Wednesday. We'll call for our first group at 10:45 and our second group at 11:45am.</div>
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Don't forget to have all your grades in by Sunday, January 27th at midnight!</div>
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We hope you can come out and support our top speller at the County Spelling Bee on Thursday at 6:30pm at Brosig Auditorium.</div>
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This week in PLCs we'll be working on Sub Folders.</div>
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Monday - NO PLC</div>
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Tuesday - 3rd Grade</div>
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Wednesday - 4th Grade</div>
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Thursday - 5th Grade</div>
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Friday - Kindergarten</div>
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I've received 6 childhood photos! THANK YOU! Please make sure you send me yours!</div>
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Please make sure you are doing after school tutoring and documenting who is attending and what is taking place. I'll be collecting those sign in and information sheets at the end of this month.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">January 22 - Karen <span style="background-color: white; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brzymialkiewicz</span></span></div>
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January 24 - Tammy Lange</div>
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This week's conversation was with educator Tyler Thompson.</div>
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As we buckle down and get our hands dirty this Spring we want to remember how important it is to use every moment we have. To always make sure that we are working with kids every minute they're in our presence. </div>
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That we're finding ways to celebrate and challenge them. And that we reach out when we're struggling or stuck.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I can't tell you how encouraging it was to come back into a new semester and watch how hard all of you are working for the success of our students.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Our kids deserve to have the best educators and receive the best education, and when I hear the great questions you're asking, the hours put in, the small groups, the differentiation, the flexibility, I am reminded again and again how thankful I am to work here!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Monday</u></b> - Staff Meeting - 3:45pm - Mr Lee will be presenting</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - UIL Competition in Caldwell</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - Team Leader Meeting - 7am - TP Room</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We will have an all staff meeting on Monday at 3:45pm. Mr Lee will be leading a presentation for us!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Students will be leaving at 11:30am. They will all report to the cafeteria at 11am to eat lunch before they leave.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I would like to do a competition for students (and staff) in February. If you have a childhood photo of yourself that you could email me by January 25th, I would greatly appreciate it!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week we'll be doing WOW walks during your PLC time!</span></div>
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It's that time! Time for a brand new year (2019) and the start to our second semester! I hope you all had a wonderful (and restful) Winter Break! I know I did and I am ready to tackle what is to come this semester.</div>
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Over the break I spent a lot of time renewing my passion for education and reflecting on where I believe God has placed me at this time. I am so thankful to wake up every day and come to Webb to serve alongside each and every one of you. I know I'm far from perfect, but if there are two things I hope to live by example and actions, it's that 1) I try and make every decision based on what's best for kids and 2) I hope to remind each of you how I truly do care about each of you. Though we may not agree all the time, we may find ourselves overwhelmed/under appreciated/unnoticed/exhausted at other times, I want you to know how much each of you mean to me. And I am making it a point, more than ever before, to make sure I show you more than just tell you.</div>
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Also, every year online I see all this hoopla over determining what your "one word" will be for the year. That one word that you're going to focus on to help you maintain focus and keep your eye on the prize. For me, resolutions have always been a mixed bag. Why? Because I often see my own resolutions fall by the wayside before January is even over. So, I tend to like picking a one word. Picking a word that I can post around my common spaces that will help me as I grow into the person I want to become.</div>
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This year I selected the word "sunrise". I chose this word because of what I think of when I think of a sunrise. I think of a new day and the promise of a second chance. I think of beauty and focusing on what's right in front of me in a particular moment. I think of second chances and hope. I think of the emotions you feel when you see a beautiful sunrise. I think of the possibilities that lie before me. When I think of a sunrise, I can't help but smile and be filled with hope.<br />
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So this year, my "one word" is sunrise. What's your one word for this year? I'd love to know, come share with me!</div>
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<b><u>Sunday</u></b> - Grades due by Midnight</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - F&P MOY Testing Begins</div>
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Staff Work Out - 4:30pm - Gym</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - PreK MOY CLI Testing Begins</div>
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Calendar Planning Meeting - 4:30pm - NISD Board Room</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Staff Prayer Time - 7am - TP Room</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - End of MOY MAP Testing Window</div>
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Please make sure you have all grades in by Midnight on Sunday so we can print Report Cards on Monday and make sure they all print correctly.</div>
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This is your day! Please make it a point to meet as a team at some point to discuss this upcoming week/month/semester. Please make every use of your time!</div>
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Teachers, if you would like for copies to made for you tomorrow, please leave them up front with Ms. Johnson by 10am. She will not be the on making the copies, that's just where you're leaving them, so leave directions with them please.</div>
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All IAs, your work hours are 8am-4pm. IAs, your job assignments for Monday have been emailed to you.</div>
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HUGE thank you to Lissette, Jocelyn White (and husband), and Cassie Reynolds for their help on the 3rd-5th Grade Girls Bathroom! About 2 months ago, I met with a group of 5 fifth grade girls. They came up with a color scheme, design, and a few additions they wanted for their bathroom. So over the Christmas break they got their wish! The stalls are still a work in progress, but the paint job and additional items have been put up. This is only step in on a re-design of the bathrooms. We hope if designed by students, and then those students meeting with the other kids about why the designs are they way they are, they'll take better care of them!</div>
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A group of 5th grade boys are working with a local artist to re-design the 3rd-5th boys bathroom. That'll be coming soon, once they're done drawing out their design.</div>
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If you leave campus at any time we will have a sign out sheet up front. Please make sure you notify the office when you leave.</div>
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Please also remember to clock in and out on time.</div>
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If there ever is a day with a unique schedule, or when you do not have students like you normally do, you are always to report to the front office with your duties for the day.</div>
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Please ensure that you are not on your phone except during lunch time.</div>
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Please make sure you've gotten with your evaluator to schedule your T-TESS. Thank you to those who've already gotten this done! WOO HOO!</div>
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Please make sure you're using T-TESS Cube to grow your learning.</div>
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I would like to do a competition for students (and staff) in February. If you have a childhood photo of yourself that you could email me by January 25th, I would greatly appreciate it!!</div>
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We will be starting a Staff Workout every Tuesday at 4:30pm in the Gym if you would like to join. We'll have a video that we'll be working out weekly to.</div>
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We will be continuing our Staff Prayer Time every Thursday at 7am in the TP Room.</div>
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This week PLCs will be different. Beth Klammer will be coming to work with all ELAR teachers on F&P Testing to ensure that we're all aligned on the same page about how to do F&P testing to ensure the most accurate results.</div>
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That means that <b><i>2nd-5th Math/Sci</i></b> teachers will <b><u>NOT</u></b> have PLC this week.</div>
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<b><i>Tuesday</i></b> - All Kinder and 1st Teachers (Kinder Car Duty, 1st Gym/Cafeteria Door)</div>
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<b><i>Wednesday</i></b> - 2nd and 3rd ELAR Teachers (2nd Car Duty, 3rd Gym/Cafeteria Door)</div>
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<b><i>Thursday</i></b> - 4th and 5th ELAR teachers (including writing) (4th Car Duty, 5th Gym/Cafeteria Door)</div>
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Konnie Harber - Jan 8</div>
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Evangelic Sipp - Jan 8</div>
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Jessica McHale - Jan 11</div>
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We want to make sure we are recognizing the AMAZING things you're doing to our families of Webb. We try and come by often to capture photos, but if you ever do something, that we don't capture, PLEASE email me a photo and blurb so we can share to Webb Twitter/IG/Facebook. It's time to brag on YOU and our hard working kids!</div>
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Our job as educators is no joke. We all know that. But we also have all experienced that person (or people) who act like we have such an easy job just "babysitting" kids all day. Here's some reminders about what we all wish more people knew about being an educator.</div>
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Let's go CHANGE THE WORLD, We've Got This!</div>
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It's here, that final week before Christmas break. As I've spent time with teams and around campus I have felt the excitement in the air. Kids are a little more rowdy then they have been and teachers are a little more ready for a break then they have been!</div>
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As we enter this final week before Christmas Break, let's keep in mind a few things.</div>
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1. Always remain patient and be more forgiving than necessary. The holiday season isn't something everyone looks forward to. Whether you have colleagues who struggle with this time of year or you have students who aren't looking forward to little to no gifts and 10 days away from a warm safe place. We have to remember to be more patient and forgiving than necessary.</div>
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2. Lean into the excitement. Our kids are so very excited. Let's not squelch this excitement but instead find ways to lean into it and bring it out in constructive ways.</div>
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3. We're not done yet! Let's keep our focus on the main thing: learning. Let's make sure up until the final day that we provide high quality instruction to continue to fill the many gaps we have!</div>
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We've got this!</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Jackson Counseling Day</div>
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Staff Meeting - 3:45pm</div>
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School Board Meeting - 6:30pm</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - Nesloney Coaching Day</div>
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Christmas Program - 6pm</div>
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Christmas Movie Night - 6:45pm</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - Short Coaching Day</div>
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PenPals Demonstration - 3:45pm - Library</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - 2nd Grade Field Trip</div>
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Nesloney Coaching Day</div>
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Prayer Time - 7am - TP Room</div>
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Staff Christmas Party - 5:30pm - Western</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - Early Release - 12:00pm</div>
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Holiday Parties</div>
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On Tuesday we will be doing Santa Pictures. For the families who have turned in their forms, we will pull the students to quickly take their photos. Please make sure all forms and money have been turned into the box (with notification of who it belongs to) outside Cindy's office.</div>
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<b><u>Christmas Program and Movie Night</u></b></div>
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Mr H and company have worked really hard on preparing another fantastic Christmas Program on Tuesday night. We encourage all who can to please show up to support our staff and children.</div>
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After the program we will have a family movie night where PTO will be selling pizza!</div>
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PenPals is a new fun way to have your children collaborate with others and their writing. We are not purchasing this at this time, but if you are interested in seeing a Demo, please come to the Library at 3:45pm on Wednesday</div>
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We hope you can all join us for our annual Staff Christmas Party! See Cindy to pay your $6.</div>
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Friday is Holiday Parties and Early Release. Please make sure that your team leaders have put on the spreadsheet what time your parties are so we can hold parents until then!</div>
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Dec 18 - Joni Leonard</div>
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Dec 22 - Cewilla Thomas</div>
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Dec 23 - Aziza Marchant</div>
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Jan 5 - LaToya Miller</div>
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We thought Family Day was a GREAT hit! Every family member that left, left saying how much they enjoyed learning alongside their child. I think you all did a fantastic job of continuing to build relationships with our families to get them more involved. If you have any feedback from the day, please let me know!</div>
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This week we will NOT have PLCs, but we still need help with Morning Duty. Please remember that there should be at least two people at car rider and at least one by the cafeteria door.</div>
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Monday - Kinder and 1st Grade</div>
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Tuesday - 2nd Grade</div>
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Wednesday - PreK and 3rd Grade</div>
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Thursday - 4th Grade</div>
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Friday - 5th Grade</div>
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Here is a great conversation with Cicely Lewis.</div>
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<a href="https://www.edutopia.org/article/creating-diverse-classroom-library?fbclid=IwAR3UyVNtvvOiNAvzhBzN5vBCov0476aP0F1m-N42EZr2sTu2LTJkaXNytgI" target="_blank">Creating a Diverse Classroom Library</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.embracerace.org/blog/26-childrens-books-to-support-conversations-on-race-racism-resistance?fbclid=IwAR2QO3XabTAZHdBuCwLPP4K14IlpW1GhlrtXVsjuE-5OpRvLlwsE0u3tv3g" target="_blank">26 Children's Books to Support Conversations on Race, Racism, and Resistance</a></div>
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b></div>
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Let's all find some ways to spread some Holiday Cheer this week!</div>
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-15747660913965220112018-12-09T04:30:00.001-08:002018-12-09T04:33:18.679-08:00You Never Know Who You'll Meet<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Roboto, RobotoDraft, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: center; width: 100%px;"><tbody>
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<span class="m_-2026038285939100308inspiration-body-text">Our individual journeys take us into many unexpected situations where we encounter a wide variety of people--some quite like ourselves and some very different. We cannot anticipate these meetings, but we can make the most of them when they take place. When we are courteous as a matter of course and open-minded in our assessment of the individuals whose lives briefly touch our own, we are more apt to stumble upon surprising gems of wisdom that open our eyes to new worlds of possibility. Every person we meet can affect us profoundly, just as every situation we find ourselves in can teach us something new.</span><br />
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<span class="m_-2026038285939100308inspiration-body-text">To fully embrace this fact, it is essential that we acknowledge that everyone is valuable in their own way and capable of expanding our horizons. Since we never know when we will happen upon those individuals who will unveil truths before us, we should extend to all people the same generous level of kindness, care, compassion, and understanding. When we assume everyone we meet is special and treat them as such, we can develop a strong rapport quickly. By making an effort to adopt a positive attitude toward others at all times, we ensure that our emotions do not blind us to wisdom that may be lurking in difficult or distressing situations. We are accordingly receptive to knowledge that comes to us in the form of examples, advice, and direct teaching.</span><br />
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<span class="m_-2026038285939100308inspiration-body-text">These brief relationships ultimately have the potential to enrich our lives in a very concrete way. But the wisdom we gain is proportional to the attention we pay to the world around us. The responsibility is on us to maintain a state of awareness that allows us to recognize when we are in the presence of someone consciously or unconsciously in possession of knowledge that will change us significantly. When we are cognizant of the potential for unexpected enlightenment, we make a habit of turning strangers into friends, thus ensuring that we are never without a font of wisdom from which to draw.</span></div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Sunday</u></b> - Grades Due by Midnight</div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Nesloney Coaching Day</div>
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MAP and Istation Testing Begins</div>
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Jackson Counseling Day</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - High School Music Performance - 7:45am<br />
2nd Grade Planning - 8:00-11:30<br />
1st Grade Planning - 12:30-4:00</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - Nesloney Coaching Day<br />
3rd Grade Planning - 8:00-11:30<br />
Kinder Planning - 12:30-4:00</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Short Coaching Day</div>
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Staff Prayer Time - 7am<br />
4th Grade Planning - 8:00-11:30<br />
5th Grade Planning - 12:30-4:00</div>
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NISD Art Show - 5:30-7:00pm</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - Family Day</div>
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House Games - 2:15pm</div>
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<b><u>Staff Christmas Party</u></b></div>
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Thursday, December 20th at 5:30pm is our annual Christmas Party at the Western. That day is also Ugly Sweater contest day! We hope you can make it! Remember to fill out <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7yLpUJQNO72Je4SYkxb5kpVdCKq6zrtEdxrOg3xN1Oui9IQ/viewform?usp=sf_link" target="_blank">THIS</a> form to reserve your meal and pay your $6 to Cindy Puentes!</div>
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<b><u>Family Day</u></b></div>
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Our first ever Family Day will be this Friday! What is Family Day? It'll be an opportunity for family members to come spend an hour in their child's class to take part in the learning. They'll check in whenever they can make it and get a "check out" time one hour from when they check in! We're excited to invite families in to see the great work you're doing with the kids.</div>
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<b><u>PLCs</u></b></div>
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This week's PLCs are as follows.</div>
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Monday - 2nd/3rd ELAR</div>
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Tuesday - 4th/5th ELAR</div>
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Wednesday - 2nd/3rd Math/Sci</div>
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Thursday - 4th/5th Math/Sci</div>
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Friday - 1st Grade</div>
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Monday - 2nd Car Rider, 3rd put one at Cafeteria Door and others in Gym</div>
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Tuesday - 4th Car Rider, 5th put one at Cafeteria Door and others in Gym</div>
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Wednesday - 2nd Car Rider, 3rd put one at Cafeteria Door and others in Gym</div>
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Thursday - 4th Car Rider, 5th put one at Cafeteria Door and others in Gym</div>
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Friday - split to all stations<br />
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<b><u>Marylee's Mother</u></b><br />
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<a href="https://www.knesekfuneralhome.com/obituary/maria-aguinaga" target="_blank">HERE</a> is the information for the visitation and funeral for Marylee Argueta's mother if you would like to pay your respects.</div>
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<b><u>Tell Your Story</u></b></div>
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This week's conversation is with Staci Erickson. A powerful story about how she decided to donate her kidney to a complete stranger and about her dealing with forgiving her father.</div>
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<b><u>Blogs/Articles</u></b></div>
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<a href="https://www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/if-people-talked-to-other-professionals-the-way-they-talk-to-teachers?fbclid=IwAR3OkBhYlXfif8sUkH6ZDyaIbhpq95r2z3dfC_Ibtm7TKGkn38TMHEBbAD0" target="_blank">If People Talked to Other Professionals the Way They Talk to Teachers</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.yahoo.com/news/postal-responds-7-old-boy-151650455.html?fbclid=IwAR3jv7MZJXuwcPxSbnTa8-kDCvoLZjogF1M5v40SYYs0b3epqHimGFCOtME" target="_blank">Postal Service Responds to Letter Boy Sent to Dad in Heaven</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/ten-best-childrens-books-2018-180970972/?fbclid=IwAR1bzs8DG5uOnqzs_knjFX3uw-rEcAKilEhmnHfQb5mozYw1i2QrD-29X08" target="_blank">The 10 Best Children's Books of 2018 </a></div>
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b></div>
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As we know, any moment could be our last moment. Let's not take for granted any time we have with each other. How can you show the people around you how much they mean to you? This past week we had the unique opportunity of taking part in history. The passing of President George H.W. Bush and his train passing through Navasota. It was a pretty powerful experience that I hope you were able to take part in.</div>
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Here is a clip of his son, President George W. Bush, sharing at his funeral.<br />
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-16788324332981657482018-12-02T07:41:00.001-08:002018-12-02T07:41:58.450-08:00Building Culture<div style="text-align: center;">
If there's one thing I've learned over the last few years, it's that it takes all of us to build a school culture. The administration plays a part, the staff plays a part, and the students and parents play a part.</div>
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It isn't just a one person show. But sometimes I think we all find ourselves guilty of waiting for someone else to do the lifting. I've even found myself guilty of it! But the truth of the matter is, when we aren't happy with the way something feels, we have the ability to change it!</div>
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When we don't like the way something looks, the message that was sent out, the idea that was chosen, the decisions that were made, we have two choices. The first one is the easy one, sit and complain. It's so easy to tear something apart and talk about how terrible it is. How much you hate it. How you sure aren't doing it. But the second, and much more difficult decision, is deciding that despite what is taking place, you have the power to make it better!</div>
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When we wallow in our own frustrations and complaints we begin to show others that it's ok to do nothing. I find myself easily drawn into a mindset of complaining. I have to continually look at a situation and ask myself, "Stop. How can you make this better? How can you fix this? Who can you work with to build this up?". Those answers don't come easily and they don't always come quickly. But I found, that I am happier and enjoy what I do much more when I'm working hard to look for solutions instead of drowning in what I find wrong.</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Jackson Counseling day</div>
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Nesloney Coaching Day</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - 4th Grade Math Benchmark</div>
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5th Grade Science Benchmark</div>
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Nesloney out at Region 6</div>
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Picture ReTakes</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - Short Coaching Day</div>
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4th Grade Reading Benchmark</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Staff Prayer Time - 7am - TP Room</div>
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Principal/AP Bootcamp - Admin may be off campus off and on throughout the day</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - Argueta Coaching Day</div>
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Nesloney Off Campus</div>
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School Spelling Bee</div>
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<b><u>Saturday</u></b> - EdCamp Aldine</div>
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<b><u>Sunday</u></b> - Grades due by Midnight</div>
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<b><u>Benchmarks</u></b></div>
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This week is the finale of our Fall Benchmarks. This week 4th-5th will be Benchmarking. This is our time to see exactly where kids are and how we need to work moving forward.</div>
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I expect you to sit with your classes and set goals with your students. Bring in a level of competitiveness between classes as well. And remind them that kids who improve the most will get House Points.</div>
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<i>Things to keep in mind...</i></div>
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1. No schedules will change. Just please be aware of testing if you're in that grade level's hallway.</div>
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2. Monday during conference tested grade levels will sign out bins with Marylee Argueta.</div>
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3. We may be pulling IAs to help in some areas.<br />
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<b><u>PLC This Week</u></b><br />
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Due to Benchmarks and Data Conversations, PLCs this week will be as follows...<br />
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Monday - 2nd Grade<br />
Tuesday - 3rd Grade<br />
Wednesday - 5th Grade<br />
Thursday - 4th Grade<br />
Friday - Kindergarten<br />
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On your PLC day your team should split between at least 2 at car rider, at least 2 in Gym, and at least 1 at the cafeteria door (and if team is large enough another in the cafeteria).<br />
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<b><u>On Time</u></b><br />
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This is just a reminder that all contracted staff's work day starts at 7:30am. Just like any other job, that means that you are ready to work at 7:30am and not pulling into the driveway at 7:30am. Your contracted hours are also until 4pm.<br />
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This week will be having discussions with those who continually arrive late or leave early.<br />
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<b><u>Tell Your Story</u></b><br />
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This week's conversation was with Derek Lopez from Stand Up Our Kids.<br />
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<a href="https://bookbuzz.blog/2018/12/01/we-are-family-all-of-us/?fbclid=IwAR01S7m4RLSUnpUO4G6rtBwMGnMYsr9rIxm7yy6C4KlMyWjTLWmkhY8Hjpo" target="_blank">We are Family. All of Us.</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.trevormuir.com/new-blog-avenue/teaching-after-thanksgiving?fbclid=IwAR22dffZ-pPqSYgCzAMHsICrDYu7blaSXb6XvpNJLHSUZHoju9xG7ldybu8" target="_blank">Teaching Between Thanksgiving and Christmas Break</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.readbrightly.com/difference-school-librarians-can-make/?fbclid=IwAR0W1quFO40ASJv0thcM5pungIO-XJ1OwAfNDty_Y6GrfoJIMOk0RpH9GlA" target="_blank">The Difference a School Librarian Can Make</a><br />
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<a href="https://teacherman2016.wordpress.com/?fbclid=IwAR1Yu_3WaJMPPr-8ZP4hnWVHnJ97ii2eLNzlbY_DVK-jpCTScFsddfr_teI" target="_blank">A Year of Healing, Part 1</a><br />
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b><br />
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When helping others, sometimes they just need a little encouragement. Be a voice that uplifts this week.<br />
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Todd Nesloneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609476999461854620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-284038936654291625.post-64953214059986651542018-11-25T09:18:00.001-08:002018-11-25T09:18:10.064-08:00Refreshed and Refueled<div style="text-align: center;">
I don't know about you, but this week was a great opportunity to find time to rest and get re-energized to make it through until Christmas! I can't wait to hear about the things you all did!</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Jackson Counseling Day</div>
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Nesloney Coaching Day</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - 4th Grade Writing Benchmark</div>
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5th Grade Math Benchmark</div>
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ELAR Textbook Meeting - 3:30pm - Central</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - 3rd Grade Reading Benchmark</div>
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5th Grade Reading Benchmark</div>
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Legends of Learning Training (3rd-5th Science) - 3:30pm - Library</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - 3rd Grade Math Benchmark</div>
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Short Coaching day</div>
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Staff Prayer Time - 7am - TP Room</div>
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ELAR Textbook Meeting - 3:30pm - Central</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - Nesloney Coaching day</div>
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TEKS Resource on Campus</div>
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<b><u>Saturday</u></b> - Navasota Christmas Parade and Festival</div>
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<b><u>Benchmarks</u></b></div>
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This week is the start of our Fall Benchmarks. This week 3rd-5th will be Benchmarking, and again next week. This is our time to see exactly where kids are and how we need to work moving forward.</div>
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I expect you to sit with your classes and set goals with your students. Bring in a level of competitiveness between classes as well. And remind them that kids who improve the most will get House Points.</div>
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<i>Things to keep in mind...</i></div>
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1. No schedules will change. Just please be aware of testing if you're in that grade level's hallway.</div>
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2. Monday during conference tested grade levels will meet with Marylee Argueta.</div>
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3. We may be pulling IAs to help in some areas.</div>
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<b><u>Jackson Counseling Days</u></b></div>
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On Mondays, Jackson will begin "Counseling Days". These days for her, will be like my coaching days. She will spend the entire day in classrooms, interacting with kids. If you'd like for her to come into your room on that day to help with a child you're struggling with reaching, let her know. If you'd like for her to come in and lead a character education lesson, let her know. If you'd like feedback on how you're reaching your student emotionally, again, let her know.</div>
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<b><u>TEKS Resource on Campus</u></b></div>
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TEKS Resource will be on campus on Friday. Please stop by during your conference time to ask any questions you may have (or to get ideas) on how to best utilize TEKS Resource.</div>
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<b><u>Birthdays</u></b></div>
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November 28 - Andrea Day</div>
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December 2 - Mary Vogt</div>
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<b><u>NEW PLC INFO</u></b></div>
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For the remainder of our semester our PLC dates will change.</div>
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Monday - 2nd and 3rd ELAR</div>
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Tuesday - 4th and 5th ELAR</div>
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Wednesday - 2nd and 3rd Math/Sci</div>
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Thursday - 4th and 5th Math/Sci</div>
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Friday - Rotation of PreK, Kinder, and 1st. This week will be PreK.</div>
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<b><u>Morning Duty (on your PLC day)</u></b></div>
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2nd - Gym and Cafeteria Breakfast Door</div>
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3rd - Car</div>
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4th - Gym and Cafeteria Breakfast Door</div>
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5th - Car</div>
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PreK - split between all 3 stations</div>
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<b><u>Anxiety in the Classroom</u></b></div>
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Here's a conversation I had with Amy Mascott about anxiety in the classroom.</div>
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<a href="https://www.edutopia.org/article/dos-and-donts-classroom-decorations?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=socialflow" target="_blank">Dos and Don'ts of Classroom Decorations</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/kidspost/best-childrens-books-of-2018/2018/11/14/ee253884-e44c-11e8-8f5f-a55347f48762_story.html?fbclid=IwAR256ID80HVYqnPw8JByzS3z2Ji8UD0HD-jVRLqoj9JbAEQWQRHJhGuYYzw&utm_term=.7c1763a69469" target="_blank">Best Children's Books of 2018</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/kate-dicamillo-on-the-magic-of-reading-aloud?fbclid=IwAR1mywCLNy7ABN6W4w05W3Pi0E9ggjXu3Te-PyqGJ2e8FhyXOFJ0PQNbpIs" target="_blank">Kate DiCamillo on the Magic of Reading Aloud</a></div>
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<b><u>In Closing...</u></b></div>
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We have been given such an opportunity to truly impact lives by not only connecting with our students on a personal level, but also educating them and imparting wisdom into their lives that will leave a mark for years to come.</div>
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But....sometimes teaching can feel like the video below...and we just have to have patience and persevere through it.</div>
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This time of year is always one of thanksgiving. Of remembering what we're thankful for. Of focusing less on the material things and more on what truly matters.</div>
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As we enter this final week before Thanksgiving break, I hope you take time each day to reflect on all you have to be thankful for and that you make time to do that with your students as well.</div>
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<b><u>Week at a Glance</u></b></div>
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<b><u>Monday</u></b> - Nesloney off Campus with Central Admin</div>
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Book Fair Begins</div>
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Veteran's Program - 8am - Webb Gym</div>
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Staff Meeting - 3:45pm - Webb Cafeteria</div>
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School Board Meeting</div>
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<b><u>Tuesday</u></b> - Nesloney Coaching Day</div>
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2nd Grade Spelling Bee</div>
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Webb/Brule Family Game Night - 6pm - Trinity Lutheran</div>
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<b><u>Wednesday</u></b> - Nesloney Coaching Day</div>
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3rd Grade Spelling Bee</div>
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Fire Drill</div>
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<b><u>Thursday</u></b> - Argueta Coaching Day</div>
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1st Grade Field Trip</div>
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4th Grade Spelling Bee</div>
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Staff Prayer Time - 7am - TP Room</div>
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<b><u>Friday</u></b> - Nesloney Off Campus at NCTE</div>
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Short Coaching Day</div>
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4th Grade Field Trip</div>
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5th Grade Spelling Bee</div>
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The first ever Webb and Brule Family Game Night is on Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran. We hope all the staff can attend and take part. I'll get you finalized information tomorrow, but please bring a fun game to play with students who come to your station!</div>
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<b><u>Book Fair</u></b></div>
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Our first book fair of the school year is upon us! Please get with Haven for times you can bring your class down to preview. She will be notifying me of the classes who don't take time to preview as this is the time we get the kids excited about what they could purchase. Please make the time to get with her.</div>
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<b><u>Morning Duty</u></b></div>
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TEACHERS, please note....</div>
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We always need someone at the cafeteria door in the hallway on duty days. This person shouldn't allow any students past them or down the hallways before 7:35am.</div>
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If you're out a car duty, I assumed it was common sense to open doors, but I'm hearing there are several teachers who just stand and stare. Please make sure you're opening doors to cars as you serve car duty and that you're welcoming students.</div>
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PLC times this week will be like last week....</div>
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Kinder - Monday - spread out your duty stations across all 3 areas</div>
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3-5 ELAR - Tuesday - 3rd Car, 4th Cafeteria, 5th Gym</div>
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1st Grade - Wednesday - spread out your duty stations across all 3 areas</div>
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3-5th Math - Thursday - 3rd Car, 4th Cafeteria, 5th Gym</div>
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2nd Grade - Friday - spread out your duty stations across all 3 areas</div>
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<b><u>A Christmas Carol</u></b></div>
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Our Navasota Theatre does different productions throughout the year. This year they're doing A Christmas Carol featuring two of our own; Jessica McHale and former student Grace Mendez. If you're interested in supporting our people, you can get info and purchase tickets <a href="http://navasotatheatre.org/" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div>
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Birthdays</div>
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Cassie Reynolds - Nov 17</div>
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KVon Lambert - Nov 23</div>
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Katie Arrington - Nov 23</div>
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Dorothy Sargent - Nov 24</div>
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<b><u>Tell Your Story</u></b></div>
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Here is a great conversation with Brandon and Abby Mullins about their journey through depression, marriage counseling, and mental health.</div>
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<a href="http://www.scholastic.com/bookfairs/readerleader/sayantani-11518?fbclid=IwAR3RKMAWYARx_uUfRdMUiQyVBlE-XjQK280MvQV1N7xF4AIzKHR712gJWHA" target="_blank">Stories are Good Medicine</a></div>
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<b><u>What We're Reading. A great idea for advertising what your students are currently reading!</u></b></div>
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