Ms_Burke_HOS

Head of School // Teacher // Leader // Learner // MAT English Improvement Lead // Ex-LA Moderator //

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

"The after-effects of the pandemic and rising poverty have placed schools on the frontline of a crisis that goes beyond education." https://t.co/Xl11BrtcPH

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

Just another day at the office!

[Kilnwood Vale Primary @KilnwoodValeSch]

What an amazing turnout to the colour sun, organised by the Friends of Kilnwood Vale. The children (and staff) had so much fun! Thanks to the FoKV for organising and to everyone who contributed towards the fundraising.

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

Form completed🤞🏼that @KilnwoodValeSch is selected!

[Jane Hearn @JaneHearn7]

@FloreatWands @Floreatwandptfa We should fill out the form. This would be great fun.

[Kilnwood Vale Primary @KilnwoodValeSch]

To celebrate Autism Acceptance Week 2023, the children spent time in their classes talking about their individual differences. The focus of conversation was about being special, unique and having different strengths.

[Kilnwood Vale Primary @KilnwoodValeSch]

Hot chocolate with Ms Burke and @Mr_Keyte to celebrate 6 children from Y1-3 who have been following our Excellent Learning Behaviours this week. Keep it up! 🌟

[Kilnwood Vale Primary @KilnwoodValeSch]

Congratulations to everyone who got their Reception offers today, we look forward to seeing our new cohort in September!

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

Second day back as Head of School post 6 months maternity leave. Got a new mug, a full diary and a positive outlook!

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

@HeyMissSmith Love this so much 🙌🏼 I'm a fan of flipchart paper & a pack of markers - zero frills but excellent modelling!

[Jonathan O’Callaghan @Astro_Jonny]

We're going to space! #LauncherOne 🚀

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

My heart is so full ❤️

[Jonathan O’Callaghan @Astro_Jonny]

Hello all, meet the newest member of our editorial team, Daphne Jane O'Callaghan-Burke! Born this morning, and all are doing well. She obviously didn't want to miss the DART impact 🧡

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

@EganCaitriona My little one didn't sleep through until 20 months & I went back to work when she was 7 months. Think the busy school days & routines got me through, that combined with some very early nights! Much easier now (she's 23 months) although about to have baby number 2! Hang in there!

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

@janetmarland I can totally imagine this 🤣

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

@janetmarland @cnesbitt1811 Hi Janet, I saw on Facebook. How fantastic! I'd love to be a pupil (or a member of staff) at that school!! Hope you're well 😊

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

@QTMissL @SWLiteracy, we do it from N to Y6 and it has impact!

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

#Wordle200
My debut! 2/6 🙌🏼

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[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

4/4
Moving forward, I will continue to use Direct Instruction in my teaching practice and surf as much as possible.

[Ms_Burke_HOS @Ms_Burke_HOS]

1/4
Led an opening address this am for our teachers and TAs @FloreatWands based upon my recent inspiring surfing lesson @TheWave. I spoke about how the instructors effectively used Direct Instruction to teach a group of complete beginners.

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3/4
My reflections:
- progress isn't always linear
- even complete beginners have different beginning points
- transferable skills shouldn't be overlooked
- specific and timely verbal feedback is incredibly powerful
- surfing is really fun