Week of January 9th

Greetings,

Thank you for a great return to work. There was a lot of positive feedback provided regarding the PL presented Monday. Dr. Love definitely did a great job of disturbing our culture by reminding us of "who we teach, what we teach, and where we teach". Although her presentation was somewhat controversial, it is something that we all need to think about as we continue to educate students in a world of change. As we move forward and keeping with the motto of being firm, fair, and consistent, please remember that we must all work together as a team to teach to reach every student. Below are a few reminders that we all need to review to ensure that we finish the race!

• Personal leave must be submitted via AESOP 7-10 before the requested date. In addition, Mrs. Brinkley is not allowed to enter employee absences. If you are having an issue with your sign in, please contact Teisha Echols at the BOE.  
• Remember that staff is not allowed to take the day before or after a holiday or break unless it is an emergency. Documentation must be provided or you will receive leave without pay.
• Both periods on Wednesdays and Thursdays should be used for collaborative planning. This is the case even if you are not meeting with Mrs. Hogan. Minutes should be documented in the form that has been provided to your by Mrs. Hogan.
• You are mandated to take attendance EVERY class period. This is crucial as we need this information to identify students that are chronically absent or skipping classes. We also use this information when we meet for attendance panels and court hearings. Please be sure to adhere to this mandate.
• If you are going to be late, please text Ms, Tolbert and send an email. 
• We should expect to be professionally dressed daily.  Remember NO jeans unless you are participating in the fundraiser or told by an administrator.
• Our work day begins at 8:00 and ends at 4:00. Please arrive to work on time and check in at the front office. Teachers should greet students at their doors and help monitor the halls in the mornings and during class changes.
• No students should be sent to the front office for disicipline issues unless it is a fight or use of extreme profanity (disrespect). 
• BE CONSISTENT with your practices and routines. Our students are hungry for structure. 
• Use the school wide PBIS plan with fidelity.
• Remember to watch what you say and how you say it to our students and parents. Communication is the key to our success in so many ways! Guard your tongue.

Science Fair UPDATE: 
Science Fair has been rescheduled for Saturday, Jan. 14th at Cedar Shoals. Set up will be Friday from 3:45-6:00 pm. The same schedule will be followed.
Science Fair Schedule

Social Studies Fair: 
Will be held January 20th at Hilsman.

Social Studies Curriculum Night:
Thursday, January 19th at 6pm

Spelling Bee:
January 18th at 8:30 am in the Media Center

Bullying Prevention Essay Contest: 
Check your email from Ms. Autumn Moore regarding this contest. We want all students to participate!

Monday 
* REPORT CARDS GO HOME
**Map training for 7th grade Social Studies teachers
Office/Instructional/Admin Team Meetings
ADVISEMENT
Grade level/Team Meetings
4pm PBIS Meeting

Tuesday 
8am - Middle School Instructional Council (Tolbert, Hogan, Dalton, Crenshaw, & J. Holland)
RTI

Wednesday
Collaborative Planning - ALLcontents BOTH plannings
4pm SILT

Thursday
Collaborative Planning - ALL contents BOTH plannings
*fire drill

Friday
9 am: Principal's Coffee in Media Center

Birthdays:
K. Brinkley (1/10)
D. Jones (1/14)