Dear GWA Family,
Tonight we will host the Ice Cream Social extravaganza and tomorrow night varsity football hosts Lake Oconee Academy. If you are new to GWA, please know that Bulldog Nation gathers for every home football game, and we want you to join us at Henderson Field.
Being DAPPER
During preplanning, I spoke to our staff about Broken Windows Theory, a theory of crime featured in Malcolm Gladwell’s book, The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference (2001). Its premise is that crime is the inevitable result of disorder; that seemingly little acts of disobedience, if left unattended, can lead to larger problems. Leaving little things unaddressed causes people to wonder if anyone cares, or if anyone is in charge. Leaving little things unaddressed can breed apathy, confusion, and undermine morale.
GWA, of course, does not have a crime problem. But leaving little things at a school unaddressed – such as excessive tardies, absences, or dress code violations – can become a problem and undermine a positive culture. I surveyed teachers last spring about priorities and concerns. They asked the administration to do more to address these infractions; to enforce the rules. We will do so.
Teachers and I request that you support us this year, as we work harder to explain and enforce rules regarding Dress, Appearance and Promptness. It will take a total team effort. We want our students to look DAPPER!
I am grateful for your support of our team of educators.
We are One Dawg Strong!
John D. Marshall
Head of School
