Weekly Hook

This morning I went on a long bike ride. I went for several reasons: 1. to get out of the house, 2. because I very much needed the exercise, and 3. I was hoping to get some inspiration on what to write about this week. As I pedaled down Lorraine Cowan Road I could feel the wind pushing me back some, but I kept going. When I made it to HWY 90, I initially turned left towards Biloxi and the ride started to feel a bit easier because the wind was to my back. However, I knew if I went a few miles down the beach the journey back would be more difficult as I would be fatigued and would be riding against the wind. So after going about 15 feet, I quickly turned my bike around toward Gulfport and I could immediately feel the wind blowing hard against me. I kept going and going, telling myself that when I turned around to head home it would be easier. (I'm always talking to and psyching myself up when I workout.) I convinced myself to go several miles down the beach, working against the wind with sand blowing all in my face. It was not the most fun ride and I was tired. I eventually turned my bike around and started my trek home. Sure enough, the wind was now pushing me along and it was a much, much easier trip home and I was glad that I didn't take the easy way out at the start. I tell you all this because it made me think about when we are trying to accomplish a task, such as switching to e-learning, how hard it can be initially. It can feel like we are pedaling against the wind. But, if we put in the hard work first instead of taking the easy way out it will be smooth sailing once we get through the tough stuff. I encourage you to persevere when things seem difficult on the front end. Your hard work will pay off and it will get easier.

#unstoppable #cantstopwontstop

Thank you to all who came on Friday to deliver honor roll signs and stickers! It was a huge success! We have gotten a great response from parents expressing their appreciation. We definitely could not have done it without you all!!

• Plan daily student assignments using curriculum resources
• Keep the length of the lesson in mind. Use multiple means of delivery.
• Distance Learning assignments should not be punitive
• Communicate and send assignments to students/parents via email/paper-pencil/Google classroom/SchoolStatus
• Communicate with parents/students daily and respond to questions
• Provide timely feedback to students/parents
• Return phone calls and emails daily

• Conduct/participate in IEP meetings via phone/web conference as needed
• Communicate with regular education teachers and assist with planning (if applicable)
• Continue IEP process/documentation via software
• Document all work related assignments daily (be specific)
• Be available by phone and email during your regular work hours.

Progress reports go out this week. Students should have AT LEAST three grades in PowerSchool by now and four by the end of the week. Remember we are not penalizing for late work and are allowing students to redo assignments as many times as needed to demonstrate mastery. Also, the grades do not have to be the same assignment for all students. The weekly grade can be different for individual students.

Thank you to all who have helped deliver lunches so far!! We still need help. The spreadsheet has been updated with new sign-up dates. Starting this week we will provide lunches on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Keep in mind a lot of our students live in DeLisle. The DeLisle buses are not just for DES students. Please click here to sign up to help deliver and distribute meals to our students.

The mission of the Pass Christian Public School District, in partnership with families and community, is to empower all students to be college-career ready learners, critical thinkers, and contributing citizens.

Students excel when:

Curriculum is challenging and progressive

Actively engaged in the learning process

All have an equal opportunity to learn

Learning is a shared responsibility

Held to clearly defined, high expectations

All are accepted, valued, and safe

Committed to Excellence

Principal

Email: bbellipanni@pc.k12.ms.us
Website: https://pcms.pc.k12.ms.us/
Location: 280 West Second Street, Pass Christian, MS, USA
Phone: 228-452-5220
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