As the summer draws to an end, students & staff across the nation are transitioning back into the classroom. School supplies, new book-bags, shoes, and clothes have all been purchased in preparation for a great academic year. Summer projects and reading logs have been completed and ready for submission. As our students are tucked in that final night of summer break, many parents are faced with suppressed thoughts and concerns for the safety of…
Measles, West Nile, Polio, Mumps, Smallpox, and the Common cold. These are a few of the world’s most common viruses. Even though the effects of these viruses on humans vary, they all have a few characteristics in common. They all have the ability to grow, reproduce, and spread throughout their host. Currently topping the list of viruses, is the epidemic known as COVID-19, the Coronavirus!! Let’s be clear, viruses have a bad reputation. That is because…
The final score for Super Bowl LIV 2020 was 20 – 31. The AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs came out victorious over the NFC San Francisco 49ers. This was the Chiefs first Super Bowl appearance since 1970! Andy Reid, the Chief’s Head Coach, appeared live on Monday Night Football during the “Punt, Pass, and Kick” competition so it is safe to say that the love of football flows through his veins! The Chief’s quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, completed 26 passes and won the Super Bowl Most Valuable Player Award. Altogether there are at least 64 players on the Kansas City Chiefs roster, however, they all get a Championship ring because they are a team. Being a team means that “Together Everyone Accomplishes More!”
Okay, What is PBIS?
“Since its inception, the PBIS, positive behavioral interventions & support, framework has been implemented nationwide in almost 30,000 schools! Within two years of implementation, 73% of PBIS schools have increased math scores on standardized assessments, significantly lowered suspensions, and discipline referrals, which led to increased instructional time. A scenario is often provided when introducing PBIS to Educators… “If a student can’t…”
Educators across the nation have returned to their respective schools after having up to a week off for the Thanksgiving Holiday. A few may have minor scars or sore limbs from venturing out into stores for some Black Friday shopping. Others may have just rolled out of bed after spending their break in a deep state of hibernation after falling into a food coma. Despite the fact that…
