Students in Mrs. Hopp's class exploring their new reading books. She recorded the“big reveal"--this will definitely bring a smile to your face! Thanks to the BOE for making such an important purchase for our kids! J

Students in Mrs. Hopp's class exploring their new reading books.  She recorded the “big reveal"--this will definitely bring a smile to your face!  Thanks to the BOE for making such an important purchase for our kids! J

 

Here is the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBksLwCKLvk

Literacy Training in PCS!

Teachers teach kids to Read....What a powerful gift!

Making a Curriculum Transition Document and Checking it "twice"!







Backpack Meals for Kids

Highlights from Fall 2013

My goal of keeping this blog was to document the many great things that are occurring in PCS.  Many of these items are not the overarching events but the smaller events that significantly impact student learning. For example,  a specific learning experience that I was fortunate to "catch" or even significant events that I know make up the everyday occurrences that contribute to making students College and Career Ready.

Paddle like a duck....

From my years as a principal, the "duck" became a symbol that I would refer to throughout my leadership. The quote: Always behave like a duck - keep calm and unruffled on the surface but paddle like crazy underneath---became my motto.  This school year has been an exceptional example of the need to "Be like a Duck".   It has brought many positive student successes but an over-abundance of crisis situations that impact students.  In paddling like a duck, I have "set the blog" aside but plan on catching up as there are many great things to share. 

BE LIKE A DUCK!

A Day Full of Learning!

Student Engagement: From Literature Circle Projects to the Fine Arts

 

A day full of learning at Northern Elementary School
From literature circle projects to the fine arts--Engaged Learners!

How Far will You Go for Students?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzlD1iY-I4k

Ready to Learn!

First Days of School a Success!

Students have returned and are ready to go for a great 2013-14 school year!

What will our administrator's do for kids?

 

A school district's leadership team is leading others on a journey from good to great for kids.  This clip is a fun-filled trailer for our opening day celebration.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzlD1iY-I4k

Our PCS Leadership Team & Charlotte Danielson

Author of the Framework for Effective Teaching, Charlotte Danielson takes time to visit with members of the PCS leadership team.

 

Leadership Retreat

Our PCS Leadership Team on our Journey From Good To Great! Our retreat this summer set the stage for a great year and our amazing race to greatness!

Local Leader makes a positive impact on community

A local principal and friend from Northern Kentucky goes above and beyond to make a difference for cancer research. His journey began on January 27, running 27 miles on US 27.  His efforts encouraged others to donate $27.00 to cancer research. He shared that he did it for his boys and also because he believes that the research can truly make a difference!


Read more: http://www.wlwt.com/news/local-news/news-northern-kentucky/Principal-runs-27-miles-to-raise-cancer-awareness/-/13608792/18298378/-/ivqcoj/-/index.html#ixzz2JHKEJCnW

Assessment for Learning

From goal setting to clear learning targets, assessment for learning is making a difference for student learning.
ASSESSMENT FOR LEARNING PPT:
http://pendleton.kyschools.us/administrativeDepartment.aspx?aid=44
(After you click on the link, locate the Assessment for Learning link on right side of screen)
Students who can identify what they are learning signifiantly outscore those who cannot.   --Marzano

One To One Reading

 

One to One Reading will be coming to Pendleton County Schools on January 8th.  Our first group of mentors will be trained and ready to make a difference for kids! Many more smiles to come!!