I remember a teacher telling me, “When you’re surrounded by superstars… it makes you want to be better than you are.” That’s the power of collaboration -- the power of collective efficacy. The best teachers don’t just inspire their students; they inspire their colleagues.

Smile. Say hi. Listen. These are all things within YOUR control and can make a positive impact. When you cannot find the positive around you, then BE THE POSITIVE for others. #OTFalcons #BetheOne

Students are breaking down the work to give feedback on what specific learning targets the student has met and still needs to work on. Another way of checking student comprehension of the skills. #OTFalcons Britney Costanzo

These students are using math, logic, and patterns to escape the room. #OTFalcons

A teacher recently told me about visiting a school where the adults loved their job. She said the school had a great “feel.” This is the sort of thing that students pick up on every day. The attitude of the adults has a huge impact on whether kids enjoy or endure school.

Check out the new sign at OTMS! And a thank you to Mr. Beggs’ Advisory for decorating! #OTFalcons

The NOW and the FUTURE....what’s your WHY? #OTFalcons #BeTheOne

If the best we can do is say sorry, that’s still enough. Sometimes students just want to know it isn’t their fault.

Cause/effect and problem/solution coming to life in a fun way for the Pathfinders today. #OTFalcons Megan T Kemper

Students in Ryan Schinstock Science of Technology classes are working through the process of making ice cream. Lots of observations and data tracking in a fun way! #OTFalcons

Valerie Converse is a rockstar! Thank you for facilitating our cadre meeting today for our new teachers and making sure I was included virtually. You are the best! #fortproud #teamworkmakesthedreamwork

*Sound Turned Up* Ms. Daniel is making it rain for her students to start reading “All Summer in a Day.” #OTFalcons

Evaporation and condensation out in our own front yard. Way to give in the moment examples Tia Saxon and Mrs. Henderson!

Our A+ tutors are already diving in with students. Way to step up and lead! #OTFalcons

Why do we remember more by reading in print vs. on a screen? bigthink.com/neuropsych/rea…

Yes! Silence does not need to be filled right away, but do we know why the silence is there?

Mrs. Costanzo’s classes are having fun with their carnival today. All games were created by the students.

What if we asked the same of our staff?