HANG ON!!
Holiday Break is almost here!!!
A message from Keynote speaker
Tara Brown
I've had the opportunity to work with some amazing groups across the country during 2021. Some virtually and some in-person. There seemed to be a common theme that ran through all of those engagements and that was a sense of overwhelm. A feeling of having so much thrown at us and not having the time or resources to handle it all. So understandable in light of the ever changing, unpredictable environment of the pandemic and all the challenges it continues to present day in and day out.
Part of the work we were doing in many of the trainings was trying to gain a different perspective and approach to the overwhelm and resulting stress. Because, ultimately we do have the choice as to HOW we respond to what we are facing. As the holiday break approaches, I would lovingly suggest you spend some time reflecting on how you have been dealing with your stress and overwhelm and if there are changes and tweaks you could make that would help as you head into 2022.
One powerful moment of reflection in a training occurred when an educator stood up and shared with the group, 'We need to be VERY clear that when we say YES to something we are also saying NO to other things. I have been saying NO to my family way too long because of my job and that is going to change.'
Here's to a peaceful, relaxing, rejuvenating break with family and friends. I want to thank each of you for suiting up and showing up during this difficult stretch. Please know beyond a doubt that every connection matters and our energy and attitude can absolutely make or break someone's day. Let's keep Slingin' that Dopamine!!
From Tech: FUSD Cybersecurity Awareness Training 2021. We highly encourage everyone complete this training as it assists in keeping FUSD systems and staff secure. Please complete this training by 01/10/2022 11:59 PM. The training should take no more than 20 minutes to complete.
Planning for 2021/2022
All staff, please fill out this brief google form to assist in planning for next school year. Only 19 of you have completed this. It is important. Thank you.
Spotlight on Stephanie Harvey-Hoosava
Nukwangtalawva!
Nu Kuwanhysie yan hopi maatsiwkyang nu Stephanie Harvey-Hoosava yan pahan maatsiwa. Nu Ho'atvelngaqw daawawungwa.
Good day! My name is Kuwanhysie, my english name is Stephanie Harvey-Hoosava, I am Sun Clan and come from the village of Ho'atvela. I am part Hopi, Ute Mountain Ute and Southern Cheyenne.
This is my first year working at Marshall in the Cross Cat Program. I previously worked at Second Mesa Day School on the Hopi reservation. Where I worked as a 1:1 paraprofessional for several years.
I am currently married to my husband Jason Hoosava, who is a Proud Veteran with the United States Marine Corps. We share our beautiful daughter Kailey who is currently in the 4th grade at Killip Elementary. We also have 1 fur baby our miniature poodle named Omaw. Which means "Cloud" in Hopi.
I am excited about working here at Marshall and look forward to getting to know all of you here.
Askwali!
End QTR 2 Standards Report
Friday, December 17, 2021
- End of Quarter 2 – Attendance Rollover and Specials Grades by 12 noon
- Teachers should not print standards reports until rollover occurs
Friday, January 7, 2022
- Report Cards sent home and Grade Book locks at 5:00 PM
- Please be sure to "Mark all students complete" prior to this time.
- All changes after this date will need to go through Lynette Hammit at the district office
Link to Elementary Grade Book Timeline with Tutorials
Gradebook Comment for Incomplete Asynchronous Work when applicable:
"Evidence of learning is incomplete due to verified absences from school” is the phrase we can add to our standards report for students who have not submitted ample asynchronous work while quarantined. This language is standard across FUSD.
Finally, Ms. Valenzuela can translate any comments for you into spanish!
Please help us all see what is happening behind the scenes!
Thank you, Mrs. Waltner for all of your hard work on coordinating Sem I Magnet Monday Showcase an arranging for Sem II Magnet Monday, 2022! Kids win!
Thank you, Ms. Mijares for coordinating the Spelling Bee for Marshall students. What a wonderful opportunity made possible by YOU and the participating teachers. Thank you all!
Thank you, Mrs. Overton for pulling my "new" student to practice spelling!! He knows how much you care about his success and we both appreciate you! ~ T. Ayala
New Dismissal Procedures
No need to continue to do announcements at the end of the day! I think we all get it now.
Please dismiss your students in the following order. Of course if you have bus duty, your grade will dismiss early with all bus students.
At the Bell (3:20pm or 12:25pm)- Dismiss all bus riding students and grades 1 and 4.
3:22pm Dismiss grades 2, 3, and 5.
Holiday Spirit Week Ahead!
Micro grants program for FUSD teachers and staff is here and the application period is open. Check out the website for more details on how it works. Up to $500 for creative, innovative, and original projects that motivate FUSD students and improve the teaching and learning process. https://fusdfoundation.org/micro-grants/
A few updates from FUSD
Bond: A decision has been made to bring on a consultant to provide updated facility assessments for FUSD. This will help guide whether we will bring it to the voters in November 2022.
Should Hats and Hoodies Be Allowed in FUSD Schools? Please provide your feedback HERE. It's a 2 question survey! Your opinion matters!
Important Covid Updates
COMPLETE THE COVID-19 VACCINATION STATUS FORM HERE
Free Covid Testing at Flagstaff Mall: M-S 8-4pm. https://embryhealth.com/covid-19-testing/
Policy and Procedure:
FUSD Health Metrics
FUSD Positive Case Dashboard
Vaccine Information and Locations
Coming UP
Bus Duty - 4th grade
Monday, Dec. 13
~10:00-11:30am Reasor at City of Flag mtg
~1:12pm Fire Drill (warmest day of the week)
~2:00pm Magnet Monday Showcase Events
Tuesday, Dec. 14
~1:00-2:15pm Reasor in Elem principal mtg
~5:30pm Gov. Board Mtg
Wednesday, Dec. 15
~1/2 way there! We've got this! Breakfast burritos from MartAnne's, coffee, and juice will be provided for all staff at 7:45am in the cafegymatorium. Please come and fuel up for the awesome day ahead!
Thursday, Dec. 16
~Getting closer....
Friday, Dec. 17
~ End 2nd Qtr
~ 12:30-2:00pm Angel Distribution (gym)
Monday, Dec. 20- Wednesday, Dec. 23 Reasor is working if you need anything!
Looking Ahead...January CT schedule
Week of 1/3Grade level GDMs
-review Aimsweb Plus Data
-teachers highlight and calculate student growth
-adjust RTI groups as needed
-identify needs moving forward
Week of 1/10
SMART Goals
-grade levels create smart goals based off of GDM conversations and data
-grade levels create slide to share with staff at vertical CT on 1/21
Week of 1/18
IDMs
**NEW RTI groups will start
Vertical CT on 1/21
-grade levels share slide with data and SMART goals
-AASA brainstorm and solution
Week of 1/24
NO CTs
Quarter II finale!
Monday, December 20- Friday, December 31 - Winter Break
Monday, Jan. 10 - Cybersecurity Awareness Training Due!
Tuesday, Jan. 11 - Gov Board Mtg
Monday, Jan. 17 - No School MLK Jr. Day
Tuesday, Jan. 25 - Gov Board Mtg
Sunday, Jan 31 - Salary Advancement Deadline
January 31, 2022 is the deadline to submit all documentation to support coursework completed during the calendar year to be considered for Salary Advancement. This applies to certified and classified. See emails sent from R. Bronson.
