The 2016-17 school year is off to a fantastic start! Eager learners arrived on August 17 and we have had nothing but excitement. A major theme for the year is ENGAGEMENT and we have seen our students engaged in learning since day one.
Our staff is working very hard to use the most engaging practices possible to ensure that our student learners are actively involved in the learning process. Students participate in their lessons through such means as small or large group discussion, rapid response, and hands-on projects. Engaging techniques make the learning process more relevant and meaningful for the students.
Similarly, we are working hard to more fully engage all of our parents. Most importantly, we are encouraging parents to engage with their children about school every day. For our youngest learners, this means reading with them every evening. It means asking questions about what the children learned and encouraging them to work hard. As students get older, the engagement may look different but it should always include support and encouragement for the students and their commitment to learning. By expressing an interest in the child’s school day, parents are modeling the commitment to learning that we expect of our students. Additionally, we encourage all parents to communicate regularly with teachers and administrators to help us meet the needs of your children.
Finally, and just as important, we are seeking to fully engage our community in the education of our students. We invite all of the members of the community to be actively involved in our schools and to support the education of our youth. It takes all of us to prepare our students to shape the future!