Weekly Bulletin for September 3, 2019

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Thank you, Mr. Kish, for capturing many images
from Friday's game.  

"It is literally true that you can succeed best and quickest by helping others to succeed."
- Napoleon Hill 

Important Dates

September 3 - Tech Tuesday - Using Google Drive 2:35 in Library

September 10 - Staff Meeting in Library (2:35)

September 12 - School Picture Day

September 17 - Tech Tuesday -Using Google Drive to share files and collaborate

September 24 - Tech Tuesday - Using Google Classroom

September 25 - ELA Data Team Meeting

September 23-27 - Spirit Week

September 27 - Homecoming Football Game

September 28 - Homecoming Dance

September 27 - No School - PD Day

September 30 - No School - Rosh Hashanah

October 3 - 5:00-8:00 - Parent-Teacher Conferences

October 8 - Club/Activity Picture Day

October 9 - No School - Yom Kippur

October 10 - 5:00-8:00 Parent-Teacher Conferences

Important Information

Staff Meeting - Please note above that staff meeting on Tuesday, September 10, has been canceled. Please use the time to work on Public School Works.

Tech Tuesday - On certain Tuesdays after school, Sarah Thrasher is offering Tech Tuesday to anyone wishing to learn more about using various educational tools in the classroom. The first three have been placed on the school's calendar and listed above. Tuesday, September 3rd, will be the first session.  The topic this week will be Google Drive Basics. We are working to secure hours toward license renewal for those that attend.

Truancy Officer - Each year, West Geauga Schools utilizes the Geauga County Educational Service

Officer Pat Willis

Center's truant officer to help enforce our attendance policies.  This year is no different; however, we have the pleasure of providing office space for Officer Pat Willis in our building. In addition to working for the ESC, he is a deputy sheriff and will be a valuable resource in our building.  Please feel free to stop by his office to introduce yourself.  His office is next to the HS clinic. 

Previous Bulletin Post - Please be sure to read last week's bulletin. There was important information presented that needs to be addressed by many members of our staff. Please let me know if you have questions regarding any of the items. Thanks,

Good Professional Reading (or Watching)

The Power of Short Writing Assignments
A Formative Assessment Compromise to the Grading Debate
50 Ways Google Can Help You Become A Better Teacher