I love reflective conversations. A teacher shared with me, “I was skeptical at first, but implemented the strategy and was blown away. The kids were engaged and were learning.” It’s not easy to unlearn and relearn but oh so necessary. #Unlearntorelearn #GunstonPRIDE

Getting the good stuff for some good work with the LeadEducators at APSGunston. Love Livin’ The Pie Life treats and love the work of teaching and learning at Gunston. #GunstonPRIDE

I love Interim Supt cintia johnson. She makes everything brighter just with her presence. Thanks to Will Ashby, GMS photographer, Inst. Assistant, all-around great member of Gunston League for this pic. #GunstonPRIDE

As good as the pie was, the learning and work with Gunston LeadEducators was better. Continuing the work to make grades and grading a more equitable practice. #GunstonPRIDE

One of our Black History Month celebrations was a TA/Homeroom door decorating contest. The doors were outstanding, so many good ones. This one touched my heart. Ss identified their teacher Jawana Washington as one of the black women who inspire them. #GunstonPRIDE

Listening to Interim Supt cintia johnson share her proposed budget. Started with a story about Ss from her years as principal at Claremont. Look how they have grown! And what a compelling introduction! #GuntonPRIDE

Never false hope, you can not own that!!! All our kids are capable and qualified, THANK YOU for recognizing their ability. Now we know, and we need a new playbook, let’s talk...

TONIGHT Arlington Public Schools will host a virtual event titled, “Let’s Talk: A Community Discussion on Racism,” on Monday, June 22 from 7-8:30 p.m. apsva.us/post/lets-talk…

Congrats Natalia from your middle school alma mater! #GunstonPRIDE

It was great to spend sometime with Gunston families this evening. Thanks GunstonPTA for hosting! #GunstonPRIDE #Weareinthistogether

Me Three!!

Thank you Bryan Boykin for hosting APS MS principals for lunch. Good food, great conversation, & good work done!! Together with my MS colleagues Kenmore MS Renee Harber Shana Curtis (she/her) Ellen Smith is better!

¡La reunión comunitaria con nuestras familias anoche fue genial! Buenas preguntas, fuerte apoyo, y éxito. Los padres comunicaron que se sentían más tranquilos al final de la reunión sobre la empieza del año escolar! Gracias a Padres Latinos GMS también. #GunstonPRIDE

Being a principal is the best job! Who else gets to listen to students play in orchestra, see mathematicians solve for the area of a triangle, listen to conversations about characters, and see students sweat in PE? All by 10am! #Bestjobinthebuilding #GunstonPRIDE

Planning with LeadEducators for a strong start & finish to the 22-23 school year. #GunstonPRIDE #ExpertiseInTheRoom

At APS Admin Kick-Off event with the rockstar AP team at Gunston. #GMSApsrock #GunstonPRIDE

The answers and expertise is in the room! Orientation with new teachers. Experienced teachers sharing sharing wisdom, offering support, making connections! #GunstonPRIDE

Having a ball with staff on the first official day of the 22-23 school year!! The answers, resources, energy is in the room. Ss get ready! #GunstonPRIDE

Ms. Cotton setting Ss up for success in art. “It’s not about the grade, it’s about the process.” Creativity grown at Gunston! #GunstonPRIDE

It’s picture day at 2700 S Lang Street. #GunstonPRIDE