New Learning

The C & I managers are attempting to work together in a more efficient and effective way. This, of course, means we have to learn new things. Just like the students we serve, we need encouragement, feedback, and lots of practice in order to become proficient. It has been a bit challenging, but I am finally feeling confident that we are making progress. I have noticed things about our various learning styles as we have progressed. Without differentiated instruction and reteaching, we'd still be stuck in the muck of TTWWADI. Thank goodness for those who responded with interventions! Very soon we'll be celebrating our acheivements, and we'll be eager for more new learning. Our experience has reminded me of the challenges of teaching and learning. Both are hard work, but if we persevere, even the most difficult students (like me) can achieve.

The August Frenzy

Several years ago I began describing our department's bustling, busy time before the kids return to school as the August Frenzy. Things always tend to get a little crazy in PDS right around that time. Despite the last-minute calls for service, cancellations, late nights, long days,and short tempers-- there are always wonderful (and sometimes extremely funny or distressing) stories shared by those returning from the field to pick up supplies or to prepare for the next day's professional learning.


I have already heard stories about mysterious disappearances, passionate principals, and divine intervention. What is your memorable moment from this year's August Frenzy?