Supporting our Teachers

Earlier this fall, I was working in the concession stand for the elementary football game.  It was a rainy, Saturday morning and my eyes were not quite out of their fog.  All of the sudden, I see a grown man start running towards me, "Mrs. French, I can't believe it is you!"  It was a student I taught at Paoli High School.  (He was of course old enough to have a child playing football that morning - jeez, that is hard to believe!)  He ran up, gave me a hug and was excited to be able to share his life after high school with me.  It was a heartwarming welcome.  As we parted, he told me that I would always be his favorite teacher.  Deep down, I knew that he probably said this to others, but in that moment it was just a great reminder why I get up everyday and come to work.  

I think that we have all had these kind of moments in our lives. On many occasions, we see past students always trying to come back to Perry Central when they are home from college to see their teachers.  I also talk to many past students and how they are excited to have their own children return to their Alma mater because they have such fond, warm memories.  Even though teaching can be difficult work at times, it is such a joy to have the opportunity to have such a positive influence on another person's life.  I cannot think of any other profession that comes close to having such a significant impact. It is a privilege to be a teacher and serve others in such a capacity.

This Tuesday, November 19th, is Red for Ed Day at the Indiana Statehouse.  Teachers from across the state are rallying for more support for the many classrooms across the state of Indiana.  On this day, we all wear red to support our teachers.  It is a day we can come together and recognize the impact they make on our communities each and everyday.  Not only do they teach their subject areas, but they guide, support, inspire and love.  Thanks to all of you for your passion to create opportunities for students.  We salute you!

Important Information: 

Teacher Pitch-In:  You are invited to participate in a pitch-in, Monday, November 25th in the elementary commons.  Please bring a dish of your choice to share!

Teacher Evaluations:  If you are interested in video taping a lesson to submit for an additional observation, please let Jody or Phil know.  We can help you set up the Swivel!  Video taping is a great reflection tool!  (It is really easy, I promise!)

PLC Meetings:  This week, we will be in to share our communication plans during WIN.  You will receive an email to finalize the meeting time.  See you this week!

Diversity Day:  Reminder we will have a corporation meeting on Tuesday, November 19th from 3:05-4:15 in the elementary cafeteria.  Ice Cream sundaes will be available at 3:05 and the program will start promptly at 3:15.  Due to this training, we will be cancelling 8th period and math tutoring on this day.

Junior High House Meeting - We will have a quick Junior High House meeting Tuesday, November 19th at 7:30 in the high school library.  We will discuss details for the Creative Competition and a few other ideas for making the team a little more competitive.  We hope to add a little "Surprise and Delight!"   Here is a link to a possible lip sync for teachers for our "creative" - It has a holiday theme, but we can change the words a bit:  12 Days of Christmas/Holiday Teacher Version


Updates to Tech Support -  We are going through some updates with AME for our technology supports.  A few weeks ago, we showed you how to submit a tech support by utilizing a little blue button at the bottom of your screen.  This will no longer be utilized.   For tech support issues for teachers and students, please go to the school web page, Technology Drop Down and then "Request Tech Support".  This is the best way to ensure your technology needs are being met.  Please let us know if you have any concerns!

ISTEP Testing - Just a reminder we have a handful of students taking the math ISTEP test this week.  Mrs. Harris sent out an email with names.  If you have questions, please see Mrs. Harris.  We thank her for her help with this.