Yesterday was exciting as we welcomed students to school...today is equally exciting as Winnetka 36 facilitators develop their team charter. This is setting up to be a great year! Honored to lead this group. RULER

It makes me sad when a teacher assistant says “I’m just a para” when they introduce themselves to me…we CANNOT do our jobs without support staff. They are the backbones of our schools. No one is “just” anything on your staff. Make sure your support staff feel encouraged & loved.

Today my class completed our class charter, which is adorned with student self portraits. RULER @YaleEmotion Winnetka 36 Crow Island Elementary School

We are having an epic first 2 weeks back to school in Winnetka! To see photos & videos of all the learning we’re doing & fun we’re having, follow us on Instagram @winnetkapublicschools #WE36

Back to School Bash was a success! Many thanks to the PTO! Winnetka 36 Crow Island Elementary School

So important! 🙌 📷 Teacher2Teacher

It was great connecting with our The Skokie School 6th grade students in Tip Walker classes this morning! Can’t wait to circle back to see their work in advance of their September 23 trip followed by an invite to ATM! #WinnetkaWay #Teamwork 😀 🤝

This is a session you don't want to miss!!!

Many thanks to our expert panelists today. Our students were blown away by your knowledge and ideas about education. Tim Dohrer Beth Carmody Beacon Academy Jerry Stefl, Melissa Bradford, Mark Ostap Fusion Academy

This is now out - any admin, leaders, parents, who may not want to read the book, may like a 45 min watch of the ideas?

Student collaboration in action. One of the facets of our Portrait of a Graduate is “Collaborative.” We strive to support our students in learning how to effectively collaborate and recognize the strengths of others. #youbelonghere

That feeling when... you share your ideas,💡you’re proud of your school, 🦝 you make a goal, ⚽️ you CHOOSE KIND 💗... #youbelonghere

It has been a joy to observe our students forming connections with their teachers and peers this first few weeks of school! #youbelonghere

Congrats to these adorable new cardholders! #LibraryCardSignUpMonth

A student reflects on the Kindergarten experience at Hubbard Woods so far. #youbelonghere

That feeling when... you climb a tree,🌳 you draw something cool, 🎨 you jump rope with a friend,👭 you use your imagination, 🌟 you make someone laugh, 😆... #youbelonghere

Teachers who feel valued and appreciated will always do more than what is expected. The same is true for students, admin & all support staff. Let’s commit to taking care of our people so they look forward to walking into school every day. #Recalibrate

Kindergarteners share their favorite activity at Hubbard Woods. 🧑‍🎨🎨 #youbelonghere Hubbard Woods Art Studio Beth Carmody

Students reading then & now! 📕We have long aspired for our students to be lifelong learners who enjoy reading & effectively communicate their thoughts in writing.🖊 Our Strategic Plan goal on “Intellectual Engagement & Motivation to Learn” has a focus on literacy. #youbelonghere