Trina Walker

Principal, Fairview Middle School

[Emily Paschall @EmilyAPaschall]

We had a data meeting this week.

❌We didn’t look at numbers.
❌We didn’t look at who wasn’t yet at benchmark.
❌We didn’t even plan next steps.

We simply went around the room and celebrated milestones students have reached.

‼️Maybe they just learned to write their name.
‼️Maybe they are repeating a grade level and are no longer need Tier 3 intervention.
‼️Maybe they are academically inclined but have recently made drastic social and behavioral improvements.

Let’s be sure we are taking the time to celebrate our kiddos for simply reaching their personal best.

Is there a time and a place for dissecting and reflecting on data? YES. Analyzing data is essential. But there’s also a time to pause, soak up the growth, and celebrate the milestones. Why? Because data is more than just about the numbers. Behind each "number" is a human who simply wants to be reach their best. These moments remind us [teachers] of our purpose and keep us grounded on the hardest days.

Teachers are amazing. Let’s make sure we take the time to help them see the impact they’re making. 🤍

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

County tournament round one- ✅! Our Lady Aggies defeated Harmony!

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

All smiles for the first week of school! We are looking forward to a great year!

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

A huge AGGIE THANK YOU to Wal-Mart #670 for their generous donation of a refrigerator to our school! Thank you, thank you! https://t.co/YM0ojwexIb

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

Thank you to Miss Gloria and Mr. Sam for all they do for us! Also, thanks to Mr. Creel for helping out, too! We love y’all! https://t.co/iTaDxKgiDd

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

Safety County Wide:
Our resource officers have spent this week focusing on RAIDER training! We cannot thank these officers enough for their dedication to protecting and serving our students, faculty, and surrounding… https://t.co/4ZwxSf5Zjw

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

6th grade students ONLY- Locker pick up tomorrow night! Drive through the gravel parking lot and circle around. We will deliver your belongings to your vehicle! Also, please put any library books or textbooks to… https://t.co/RbFpadl1u2

[Cullman County Schools @CCBOEAL]

Meals can be picked up tomorrow!

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

**Important message to our FMS FAMILIES to help answer your questions and provide support. Thank you for your patience during this time! We love our Aggies!** https://t.co/AsiyFb8dG7

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

Students, please help spread the word to your classmates! https://t.co/bttJeE3O4q

[Cullman County Schools @CCBOEAL]

Parents - Procedures for Re-opening with Distance Learning: https://t.co/lt3L77ZhuF

Padres - Procedimientos para reabrir con educación a distancia:
https://t.co/YEnfxECfx6

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

We miss you guys! Check out our FMS faculty video made just for our students!

[Cullman County Schools @CCBOEAL]

Thank you volunteers and our awesome lunchroom ladies!! CCBOE gave out over 11,000 meals today. Great job!! @egmackey @CullmanTribune @TheCullmanTimes @abc3340

[Fairview Elementary @Fairviewelem17]

Cullman County Schools 2 hour delay tomorrow due to flooding.

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

Just posted a video https://t.co/614S2CcbEC

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

It’s National School Counseling Week! Sponsored by the ASCA, this week focuses on the contribution of school counselors to their school communities. We appreciate our own school counselor, Mrs. Roberts. She helps… https://t.co/Yci3yqg68Q

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

**UPDATED**
We hope to see you at one of our Cullman County Community meetings! Please be sure to check the flier posted because some times have changed! Thank you! https://t.co/Iw5fBKwsj1

[Kevin Gardner @kgardner911]

Congrats to Lexi Golden for placing 2nd in the Northern District Hoopshoot. Represented Fairview well. #LadyAggies. #FutureStar

[Fairview Middle @fvmschool]

Congrats to our very own Lexi Golden for not only winning the County Hoop Shoot in the 12/13 year old division but also winning the County Outstanding Shooter award for beating all winners in a final showdown.… https://t.co/cSO9M9SNbu