March 30, 2017 Dear Families, As an English teacher, I taught my students to avoid cliches like the plague. But, in this case, I have no other words! WOW! Did time fly this year! I cannot believe that we begin the month of April on Saturday. This letter will contain an information download. My hope … Continue reading Buckle Your Seatbelt

March 23, 2017 Dear Families, I knew when Maddy was 2 weeks old, she would be my wanderer. She hated being swaddled. Any type of confinement, Out. Of. The. Question. My mom sat back in silent satisfaction as I stressed over the realization that she would seek adventure wherever she could find it. My mother's satisfaction stemmed … Continue reading Nobody Tells You This is the Goal

March 16, 2017 Dear Families, "Beautiful. Gorgeous. Wish you were here." This is a line from one of Paul's favorite movies. Today, as I walked the back lot and supervised Lunch A, I quoted this line. Students uttered appreciation throughout the lunch period. They loved eating outside today. It made my day to be able … Continue reading Lunch Outside, March Madness, and Spring Break

March 9, 2017 Dear Families, Do you realize that the school year is three-fourths complete? I literally cannot figure out where the time went! Last night, as I sat at the choir/band concert, I reflected on the growth of the band. Listening to Mr. Meinkoth introduce each number reminded me of the concert in December. I … Continue reading We’re Almost There