Civility: Now More Than Ever |
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By Mary Kimball, Principal
Edward Hallowell, author of numerous books on parenting and child development, raises the question, Where do we find the standards for measuring how we are doing at being good parents and good children? He suggests a single governing principle: We measure family success by our treatment of each other, every day.
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Barbara Jerome |
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Barbara Jerome has already been a great asset to Weilenmann School of Discovery, serving as a first grade reading specialist, first grade art teacher, and sixth grade Reader’s / Writer’s Workshop teacher. Beginning this term, Barbara has accepted another assignment by becoming part of our Kindergarten team following the departure of Sandra Winter. She has welcomed the opportunity and comes to it with a breadth of experience and a genuine love for children.
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Thoughts From the Middle |
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By Steve Williams, MS History, English, Community Service
Ah, March!
Argh! March!
Isn’t that how it goes this time of year? March offers the hint of spring just around the corner but then abruptly slaps us with negative temps, icy windshields, and the reminder that I have to wear my thermals for another few weeks.
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FEATURED ARTICLES |
Marcy Wilkinson
My teaching philosophy is based on my numerous experiences with students rebuilding communities and leading challenging outdoor adventure activities.
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Jackie Taylor
I chose to work at Weilenmann because I believe that the best way to teach is through inquiry. When children discover ideas and concepts for themselves, they become more passionate students and life-long learners.
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Meg Marsland
Becoming a teacher has evolved from a wide array of life’s experiences that made me realize that enriching the lives of young learners was my calling and my passion.
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What’s New
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Weilenmann Wow! Four children will be selected each month from every classroom, lunchroom, or playground when they have been “caught” supporting the common good of the school. These students will be highlighted on a bulletin board in the lobby and will participate in a monthly activity.
Kindness Coins: When students are “caught” being kind, they are provided with a kindness coin to add to our school’s collection jar. When we have successfully filled the jar, we will celebrate with a school-wide activity.
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