Dear Students, Families, and Friends:
I am excited to join Middle School X’s Leadership Team as its principal. We are embarking on a new year and I am eager to hear from you about how we can continue to make this a great school. It is my highest priority that our students have the skills needed to succeed in their education. One way that we will do that is by using technology to leverage learning. In a world where answers are at students’ fingertips, our goals are to teach students which questions to ask and how to check sources and verify the accuracy of the information. They will develop effective communication and problem-solving abilities. They will learn how to think critically about a subject, content, or problems. Read more about this at criticalthinking.org. Gone are the days where the teacher has all the answers. With technology, all the answers are accessible at any time of day on any web-based device. Using technology allows teachers to better meet a variety of student needs and create specialized/diverse lessons. Last year, we were able to carry out the final phase of the Technology Plan: to provide a Chromebook for every attending student. We will provide ongoing training for teachers, parents, and students on proper care and use of these learning tools. As focused as we are on educating your child, we are equally as focused on keeping them safe. Our security protocols keep students physically safe; our Acceptable Use Policies keep them safe online. At Middle School X we have 8 guidelines for each student to become responsible digital citizens. Please help us by reinforcing these guidelines at home:
In closing, I’d like to thank you for an opportunity to serve this community of learners. I look forward to building relationships and hearing from you through School Site Council, ELAC, PTA, Open House, on campus, or online. I’m looking forward to getting to know you and your student better. Most Sincerely, Mrs. Sheila L. Davis Principal, Middle School X Works Cited Our Concept and Definition of Critical Thinking. (n.d.). Retrieved June 05, 2016, from http://www.criticalthinking.org/pages/our-concept-of-critical-thinking/411 Welcome, Parents. (n.d.). Retrieved May 27, 2016, from http://ikeepsafe.org/parents/ Netiquette Home Page. (n.d.). Retrieved May 27, 2016, from http://www.albion.com/netiquette/ Digital Citizenship. (n.d.). Retrieved May 27, 2016, from https://www.pinterest.com/edutopia/digital-citizenship/
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Sheila L. DavisPassionate Adult ESL Instructor and TOSA at Grossmont Adult School. Current Adjunct at San Diego Community College District. Seeking the best ways to utilize technology in the classroom and in professional life. ArchivesCategories |