“In addition to a sense of autonomy and competence, we all have a basic human need to feel a sense of belonging.” #TESpower @DrSJ001 Lori Gross

“Our tone conveys an enormous amount about how we’re feeling and what we’re truly thinking, perhaps even more than our actual words.” #TESpower @DrSJ001 Lori Gross

“The skillful use of silence can be just as powerful as the skillful use of language.” #TESpower @DrSJ001 Lori Gross

“Helping students form and own a vision of themselves achieving success is a fundamental job of teachers.” #TESpower @DrSJ001 Lori Gross

“Open-ended questions are powerful because they support the natural way children learn, they promote children’s engagement, they encourage self-awareness, and they nurture a sense of community among classmates.” #TESpower @DrSJ001 Lori Gross

“Knowing the children we teach-individually, culturally, and developmentally-is as important as knowing the content we teach.” #TESpower @DrSJ001 Lori Gross

“If we don’t watch for and require follow through, children will learn to devalue reminders, and our language will lose its power.” #TESpower @DrSJ001 Lori Gross

Tallwood Elementary is officially a National Blue Ribbon School! Thank you to everyone who came to our school today to make our celebration extra special. #wearevbschools #nationalblueribbonaward @TES_Principal1 Kristen Shuman Aaron Spence

Today my lunch buddies made me laugh. I am so thankful for moments when I can share a smile and a giggle with the 4th grade team. #TESGrateful @TES_Principal1 Kristen Shuman Tallwood Elementary

I missed this yesterday, so I am #TESGrateful for Michelle Hanley. She always has my back and supports me. I'm honored to call her a friend. (She's also an AMAZING teacher!)

My happy place is anywhere I can kick back with a good book. I am #TESGrateful for the many authors who have enhanced my life with their imagination, thoughts, and words. Tallwood Elementary @TES_Principal1 Kristen Shuman

Do you know a teacher rock star who would love a little extra dough to kick off their summer? We are hiring PreK-5 asynchronous teachers for the summer boost site! The application is open until 4/21! Click here for more info: bit.ly/3scbUIi D Colucci VBCPS DTAL

Loving collaboration with these beautiful ladies.

HUGE congratulations to our Cheer team who won first place in last night’s Cheerfest! City Champs! We’re so proud of you girls!

2nd graders Skype with one of my favorite authors of children's books, Tara Lazar . What a pleasure!!! @DrSJ001 #LittleRedGlidingHood

Welcome to the Island! #HowFarWellGo

2018 JAMfest! Super National Champions!!! #HowFarWellGo

Senior 2 Champion. Level 2 Grand Champion. Overall Highest Score of the day. Welcome to our island! #HowFarWellGo

From a flight landing at 5am to driving 3 hours to make it just in time to compete at 8:30 this morning, Haylea is the definition of “whatever it takes.” Thank you for always giving your 100% best. Watching you grow on Sirens has been a blessing. We love you Hay Hay

Way to make an entrance Medium Senior Level 2! They definitely know how to catch their crowds attention! 👀👏🏽 #TheSummit18