Instruction for English Learners/Multilingual Learners is most effective when language is infused and amplified throughout rather than a sidenote or afterthought. #ESL #ESOL #multilingualism #multilingualkids #readingwritingELs

My students signed the school banner this past week to show their commitment to The Washington Way. WhyWashingtonMS #sweetsixteam

My favorite way to review or assess students on skills & standards is by using question trails. They provide the right amount of challenge & fun. My students used accountable talk to problem solve & move their thinking forward. WhyWashingtonMS #sweetsixteam #studentengagement

Shout out to Ashley Bible for this great resource! It was a success with all my classes the first day back from break. (P.S. I finally started reading "Keeping rhe Wonder" today, and I'm already hooked!) 😊

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I had the pleasure of joining WMS 8th graders at the Excellence in Leadership Conference at Cheshire High School! They engaged in dialogue w/HS leaders, put their leadership skills to the test, & made some friends in the process. WhyWashingtonMS Jessica Showerda Mr. Lopez @WMSKowalchukAP

Chalk the walk. Amazing messages from our students. Mrs. Straub DonewaldMHS Miss Ciotto Mr. Bronk Meriden K12

When Marta & I hiked to Castle Craig at the end of our summer break. Can't wait to catch the autumn scenery from up there!

Pre-school year, I presented on Restorative Practices & facilitating community circles to MPS classified staff. Key takeaways: Building student relationships from day one matters, & someone counts on seeing you every day. Reunited with my WMS friends & met new ones, too. 😊

My first Spartan merch! 💚

Here's your "pep talk" from me. What a cool idea to inspire our advisory students to #StartWithHello at Maloney!

Culturally responsive teaching is "about engaging the brain’s memory systems so we’re creating lessons that lean into students’ cultural traditions and values." Try implementing it in your classroom this #HispanicHeritageMonth. edut.to/3t7Xije

SUCCESS is often measured by comparison to others. EXCELLENCE, on the other hand, is all about being the best we can be and maximizing our gifts, talents and abilities to perform at our highest potential. Pursue excellence today.

Washington Middle School teachers, coaches, & admin honored at a Meriden BOE meeting for student performance on the SBA. This is #EXCELLENCE! WhyWashingtonMS Jessica Showerda Mr. Lopez #herestudentssucceed #makesouthlandproud

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I love this! So well deserved! I'm lucky enough to work across the hall from Debbie Banas! She's always so positive & kind. 😊

🩶 #NSCW24 #TWLOHA

A "gut-wrenching" day spent shadowing students led researchers to conclude, "school was such a lonely experience for far too many.” Find out how coaches can play a role in driving engagement. (Via Learning Forward & educator Jim Knight 🇺🇦) learningforward.org/journal/coachi…

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