January 28, Bristol

Stepped into a 5th grade class while the teacher met with a parent. Was impressed with their hard work ethic!

Talked with principal about how to handle a cyber bullying issue.

Spent time in all four 1st grade classrooms. In one room, got to see kids in different ELA centers. In another class, they were engaged in math work. In the other two classes, reading groups were meeting with the teachers and other students were working on word work/writing.

Talked with principal on a variety of subjects - how she deals and communicates with displeased parents; school wide character programs such as PBIS; MAP prep.

Visited all four 2nd grade classrooms. In one room, students were finishing up math packets. In another, students were getting snacks out and about to read-to-self. In another, kids were finishing up a writing exercise and beginning to read-to-self. In the last room, I happened upon a presentation students were conducting for kindergarten kids. In this class, students were reporting on countries around the world they had researched. Love seeing students teach. Most enriching exercise a student can do.

Spent time with students at recess and lunch.

Sat with principal as she spoke with a student about cyber bullying.

Conducted kindergarten student surveys with principal and counselor. The surveys are about their classroom teachers. Aim is to give teachers meaningful feedback from the student perspective that will improve the teachers' effectiveness.

Had lunch with three 5th grade students who earned a lunch with me. Great kids and fun conversation.

Caught up on e-mail.

Listened to a 1st grader read and talked to the student about how to speak respectfully to peers and adults.

Attended to dismissal duties.

I just typed the word duties. In my head, every elementary school student just had a nice giggle.