Joined July 2021
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No time to look out the window on this professional learning day! Sycamore Junior High teachers do math (and share collective knowledge) on vertical surfaces!
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Professional learning days provide time for cross grade-level collaboration! Here, Sycamore social studies teachers discuss and share practices. #WeAreAviators
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It’s Professional Learning Day at Sycamore! Outstanding secondary English teachers gather to work with Beth Rimer from @owpmu to consider teaching and writing in an age of AI. #WeAreAviators
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Many thanks to K-4 teachers and admins who began the day at the Sycamore Literacy Co-op. The focus: building background knowledge and comprehension. Literacy leaders Collaboration = Great things ahead for students and staff! #WeAreAviators
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The best way to kick-off our ELA course of study is with our friend @TannyMcG who reminded us that that this work is grounded in &. Phonics & Comprehension. Structure & Creativity. You & me. #WeAreAviators
Sometimes it’s an &, not an or. Happy to spend the morning at my literacy home away from home, @SycamoreSchools!
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Professional learning led by two educators who embody “All means ALL.”
Two of Sycamores Finest Educators led a learning session on a book and a topic they are passionate about. #Seeing and Serving Underserved Gifted Students. A shout out to Ms. Rosen & Ms. Le Blanc!!! It's a great day to be an Aviator! #WeAreAviators
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New hire orientation; our first of many days together! Asked, “What do new hires need to know about Sycamore?” Building admin replies, “Sycamore is committed to your personal growth.” Learning together is growing together!#WeAreAviators
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Lift up the actions; tell the stories. This is a story of a team. A team who trusts, connects, and seeks to know the FIRE in each other. So grateful for this time together. #WeAreAviators
“Like” this post if you believe you never stop learning! Intentional growth happening with the new administrative team, thanks to the authors of “Otherful, How to Change the World (And Your School) Through Other People.” #WeAreAviators 💚💛✈️ @mikekleba @RyanWOHara
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Today, 40 Sycamore teachers begin LETRS professional learning based on in-depth knowledge of the most current reading research. Special thanks to @UCBlueAsh for providing a meeting space for us! #takeflighttogether
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Today, reading Chs. 7-9 of Equipped for Reading Success. Tomorrow morning, discussing and learning with Symmes’ teachers. Excited for the rich literacy dialogue!
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Loved learning the history of @BlueAshElem today! @sycamorespencer and I also had a chance to enjoy the beautiful media center and some really cool chairs! #TakeFlightTogether
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Flight Team District Tour, Day 2 begins at the Aves Hanger with Aviator merch! Where to begin? With some back-to-school purchases, of course! @AviatorLearning @Flightintendent #AvesTakeFlight
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It’s the first day of school; skies are clearing and Sycamore Aviators are ready to take flight! #TakeFlightTogether
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“I have a spine but no bones.” Some riddles. Some scavenger hunting & selfie-taking. And a whole lot of collaboration, connecting, and community building. A great Opening Day with amazing Sycamore staff. #takeflighttogether
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What an outstanding group of Aviator educators! Superintendent Lewis welcomes new staff to Sycamore! @Flightintendent #TakeFlightTogether
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It’s summer, so you know what that means? Sycamore teachers are engaging in professional learning! Thanks @TannyMcG for facilitating our literacy learning and thank you to our amazing teachers for whom learning and collaborating happens all year round!
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Sycamore Schools Leadership Retreat, Day 1: Developed cultural norms; discovered Slack as a communication/productivity tool; brought meaning & purpose to the District strategic plan. A home team, working together with a shared vision to empower all learners. #AvesReady4Takeoff
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How to make a new Curriculum Director feel welcome: beautiful flowers and a nameplate waiting in her office. So grateful for this journey; so ready to contribute! @AviatorLearning #TakeFlightTogether
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