One of the first things we do together at the beginning of the new school year is work on building a learning community in which the learners (students and teachers) in our classroom can enjoy everyday. During the first week of school, we will devote some time each day to discuss the FOUR TRIBE AGREEMENTS.
The Tribes Agreements are:
- Mutual Respect - We treat others as we would like to be treated
- Attentive Listening - We listen with our eyes, ears, and heart
- Appreciations - We use kind words when we speak to others; no put downs
- Participation - We have a responsibility to do our best work
It is my hope that our agreements will extend beyond our classroom.
I am really enjoying reading ALL the wonderful books I didn't have time to read during the school year. I am almost finished Alone in the Classroom (a grown-up book I received as a gift from Mrs. Morton). I am looking forward to REREADING Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows next. I saw the movie version the other night and I want to compare the book and movie!
I hope everyone is continuing to BUILD STAMINA and reading daily during the summer.
Here is a link to check out if you need some ideas of what to do.
We all said our farewells last Wednesday with lots of hugs and smiles. As most of you know, I am moving to Grade Two at Cherrywood Acres Public School in the fall. I will miss my Forestview friends, but I am still in the neighbourhood and expect to see most of you around and about this summer!
