Teach Like a PIRATE

Teach Like A Pirate By: Dave Burgess

A very worthwhile read for anyone looking for insight into increasing engagement with children. Here are my top 4 takeaways:

• People are drawn in and love to be around those who are passionate.

• Teach (lead / parent) in such a way that who we are as human beings has a more powerful and lasting effect on students (staff / children) than what we say.

• Do not allow that which is outside your control to affect your effort and enthusiasm.

• You wouldn't put trash and destructive chemicals into your car's gas tank, so don't choose to focus on negative and destructive thoughts with your brain.

Closing thoughts - five things you can do today to improve your life: 

1. Practice mindfulness
2. Be positive
3. Be kind
4. Show gratitude
5. Smile

Fundamental Purpose: High levels of learning for ALL!

School Board Meeting 1/9/17 Snapshot

• Annual Organization: Majority of the School Board meeting centered around selection of officers, committees, etc.. all which are posted on our school web page.

• Approval: Jeff Skogmo was approved for the second semester opening as a  LTS for grade four, thanks Jeff!

• Recognition / Hornet Pride: Thank you goes out to Christine Hall for her years of service as our Day of Caring Coordinator. Anyone interested in this position should please contact the High School Office or Christine for further information. Donations - DL Rotary Breakfast Club has donated $1,000 to both the HS Choir and HS Band! St. John's Ladies Aid donated $100 for Choir Accompanist! Robotics received; $100 from Lakes Liquors and $500 from the United Community Banks. Greatly appreciated! Lastly, a huge thank you was given by Board Chair Matt Bauer to Ted Anderson (Anderson Bus) for upgrading, whenever possible, his buses to coaches for our students traveling to activities! 

For a full report and minutes please go to the school web page www.frazee.k12.mn.us > District > Boardbook.

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Next School Board Meeting is scheduled for: 2/13/17

Fundamental Purpose: High levels of learning for ALL!