Mrs. Balch

Principal of Wylandville Elementary which is part of the Canon-McMillan School District. Previous Principal of First Street and South Central Elementary Schools

[Ms. Jachymiak @MsJachymiak]

I just read a book that said to make a “ta - da” list instead of a “to - do” list that celebrates every little thing that was done that day.

I love that shift of perspective.

[TeacherGoals @teachergoals]

Important reminder! 🌱

[Michael Glynn @GlynnPrincipal]

Spend each day having positive interactions with students (and staff) and you’ll never go wrong. Those positive interactions are what influence a school’s culture. And they brighten your day! A real win-win!

Connections
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Everything Else

#Edu #lead #leader #Principal

[Melissa & Lori Love Literacy Podcast @literacypodcast]

These are problematic. Why?

Imply precision. Not reliable. Not evidence based. No real significant differences between levels. Focuses on materials/program not student strengths & needs.

@cll_teach #plaintalknola

[Greg Taranto Ph.D. @DrTaranto]

Today our K-6 principal team started their #LETRS training. This training will help ensure fidelity in the delivery of a structured literacy program @canon_mac. Special thanks to @KenziBuhman & Mrs. West for leading the training. @Abbondanza34 @cmsdbalch @DziakT_CMSD

[Mrs. Balch @cmsdbalch]

Wylandville celebrated kindness week!! Thank you to Kindergarten for hosting the fun!

[Greg Taranto Ph.D. @DrTaranto]

Congratulations to Mr. Schrag on being named the next principal of @CanonMacMS! It's been a privilege to work with him the past 16 years. #ExpectTheBest @kwschrag @canon_mac

[Greg Taranto Ph.D. @DrTaranto]

👏 @canon_mac

[Mrs. Balch @cmsdbalch]

3rd Grade Create Art Day—- lots of fun! #makeyourmarkwyl

[Laureen Trovato @LaureenTrovato]

2nd grade “What would Nessie look like?”@LaureenTrovato @theartofed @Wylandville @CMacSchools @BmeCmsd

[Weston Kieschnick @Wes_Kieschnick]

If you want 2019 to be your year:
📍Get up early
📍Give your all
📍Smile more
📍Try something new
📍Be positive
📍Give gratitude
“The secret of change is to focus not on fighting the old, but building the new.” Socrates
#BoldSchool #NewYearsEve #HappyNewYear2019 #MondayMotivation

[Lolly Daskal @LollyDaskal]

Surround yourself only with people who are going to lift you higher. ~ @LollyDaskal #Leadership #quote #Management #HR #Success

[Weston Kieschnick @Wes_Kieschnick]

If you want 2019 to be your year:
📍Get up early
📍Give your all
📍Smile more
📍Try something new
📍Be positive
📍Give gratitude
“The secret of change is to focus not on fighting the old, but building the new.” -Socrates
#BoldSchool #FridayFeeling #edchat #FridayMotivation

[Weston Kieschnick @Wes_Kieschnick]

A1: I’m profoundly grateful for educators who work every day to create learning environments for our children that are filled with:
🥇Joy
🥇Engagement
🥇Success
Thank you for helping kids struggle today so they can succeed tomorrow! #BoldSchool

[Wylandville CMSD @Wylandville]

Grade 3 and 4 SWPBIS Dot Party #makeyourmarkwyl

[Wylandville CMSD @Wylandville]

First nine week Dot Party for SWPBIS grade 1-2 have been “Making Their Mark” #makeyourmarkwyl

[Wylandville CMSD @Wylandville]

Fit Body Boot Camp was so much fun!! #makeyourmarkwyl

[Weston Kieschnick @Wes_Kieschnick]

A4: Express gratitude twice as frequently as you express disappointment. It ensures you spend more time building than destroying. Our kids, parents, and colleagues need advocates. Nobody actively working with kids wants to be bad for them. Assume best intention. 👍 #BoldSchool

[Mrs. Balch @cmsdbalch]

@frankmurphy2009 @thelivbits @HollyMMcGhee This was my favorite moment at the conference!! So heartwarming!

[Mrs. Balch @cmsdbalch]

#prayersforpittsburgh Be the change you wish to see in the world...spread kindness and love