Sunday, January 3, 2021

You are invited! 2021! Come on In!




 You may be thinking that I've put this video in a time capsule but I remember it so well from my childhood.  My dad was a huge country music fan so it was about the only thing that we would listen to on the radio.  I hope you take the 2 minutes and 20 seconds to listen to it.  It may make you happy and want to tap your feet. 

 I want to remind you to feel welcomed, encouraged and ready to go!


And we are ready to go.  This is our time to embrace the adversity and shine. 



  • Invite your students to embrace safety.  (please teach these routines so they are aware)
    • Send an email to parents reminding them that we all all back 100% tomorrow.  If you get questions please note we are NOT offering HYBRID.  If the family would like virtual academy they will need to contact me. Virtual teachers should send a schedule for the week also.
    • Review Routines and Procedures.
    • Mask Wearing at all times
    • Maximize physical distancing
    • Handwashing
    • Staying focus
    • Being Kind to one another
  • Invite your students to Excel
    • Remind them that they are going to be taking the MAP test next week
    • Set goals with them in reading, math and science(5th grade only)
    • Discuss proficiency
    • Discuss Growth (Remember this is what makes the difference!)
    • Think about the Achievement Wall.  Motivate to get their name and picture on it!
  • Invite your team to collaborate
    • Think about your focus area and maximize the use of the collaborative plan time given this week. Refer to the Look Fors for Clarity.
      • Writing and aligning learning intentions and success criteria to the common core
      • Focus on Assessment
      • Responding to data through feedback
    • Attend your PLC this week to prepare for MAP testing and student rostering.  All teachers need to go through the training and preparation.  Non classroom teachers need to join on a day of your choice.
      • K-1 Tuesday 800 am
      • 2-3 Wednesday 8am
      • 4-5 Thursday 8 am
  • Invite yourself to breathe and relax into your strengths.  Embrace your role in Bloomer's educational family.  We are poised to succeed.  LET'S DO THIS!


Question for the comment box:

What are you most prepared for?  How will you maximize an invitation for success this week?