@ProctorSchool @sarahlw6 Great pics, but I think you're mixing heroes, Ms. Coloutti (probably not as bad as mixing metaphors)! At least they're both from the DC Universe.
A brief, engaging read that offers some brain-based tips for quieting the amygdala and bringing the pre-frontal cortex online so students are able to shift from stress to engagement. https://t.co/bpzAhTlfWa
Principal Merri Greenia poses with her ‘Principal of the Year’ award before taking the podium to deliver an acceptance speech brimming with wisdom, optimism, and humor. #OSSU
"The most important thing is for you to find ways to move students into the driver’s seat of their learning expedition."
@edutopia#students#teachers#WeAreVL
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Vaccination clinic at Hazen Union on Thursday, May 27th, from 11 to 6 for students ages 12-15 and any unvaccinated parents or community members. Pre-register through the state website; students younger than 18 will need their parents’ consent, which can be given online.
Wolcott Elementary students have been cultivating their seedlings until they’re ready for planting in the outside world. Just like their teachers have been doing, metaphorically!
The VPA is proud to announce that Merri Greenia has been selected as Vermont's National Association of Elementary School Principals National Distinguished Principal of the Year. Ms. Greenia is principal of the Craftsbury schools.
Great to see Hazen Union Work Based Learning Coordinator Jen Olson and Proctor Guidance Counselor Phylis Currao participating on Bernie's Virtual Town Hall panel last night--some great recovery planning ideas to mitigate the impact of the pandemic on students!
“...it’s more important than ever that we understand and accept that our role as educators is to teach time management and other executive-functioning skills, not just expect that our students have them and get frustrated when they don’t.”
1️⃣ Feedback, not grades.
2️⃣ Lead with love not lessons
3️⃣ Minimize synchronous online meetings
4️⃣ Remember no one size fits all
5️⃣ Set up one-on-one time
6️⃣ Keep it simple
7️⃣ Offer grace
Ideas via @Larryferlazzo.
Sketchnote via @wendi322