As educators, we are experiencing a lot of change in very little time. As a school, we have come a long way and we always have the same goal in mind......what is best for our students?! Each year as we introduce more Habits of Mind to our students, it is also important to review past ones as well with not only our students, but also with each other. Last year we focused for two months on Listening with Empathy and Understanding. We tried to teach our students that it is important for us to clearly listen to what the other person is saying and not focusing on what our response is going to be. Last month, Tracie placed a post on this blog from Stephen Covey's fifth habit which focuses on Seeking First to Understand, Then be Understood. Both of these factors are a very important part in communication. In a year where we are implementing a new APPR process, MYP and the CCLS, it is important to remember that we are all in the same boat. Every content area is under the same lens and we all need to realize that in order for us to be successful and make everything work out for us and our students, we have to all work together. We are all in this together and although at times it might feel like we are barely surviving, we will get through this. As colleagues we need to remember to actively listen to each other. It is important that we work together to make sure that our students are getting the best education possible. Goals meetings are underway and going very well. We are analyzing our student data and making great decisions that will have a big impact on the way we instruct our students. Have a great weekend!
Brian
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