Thursday, April 12, 2012

Campus Vision Check-Up

Last night, Laurie O'Neill, Principal, presented to the PTO a brief overview of our campus vision and where we currently stand with the implementation of the Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM).  Check out this Prezi that she used to outline her presentation!

PTO SEM Prezi 4-11-12

Comment below if you have any questions or if we can provide any clarification about the information in the Prezi!

Mindset Book Study

As we've previously mentioned, we are currently in the middle of our book study on Mindset by Dr. Carol Dweck.  A few staff members will actually participate in a professional learning opportunity with Dr. Dweck in Lovejoy ISD this coming July! 

Below is our most recent topic of discussion on The Inverse Power of Praise.  What are your thoughts?

A child who has a great deal of self-awareness of his intellect lacks a great deal of self-confidence. Why does this child, who is at the top of the charts, lack confidence about his ability to tackle the most routine of school challenges?