Game On at Best Elementary

Yesterday I received a phone call from an Alief employee who was recently at Best. She was complimenting us on the work we have been doing. She shared that the systems and structures we have in place are showing positive results. She said it's not like that at some other campuses. I of course said thank you, but I always follow a compliment about Best with "it's a group effort". We all know that the work we do at Best requires MORE from each of us every day. As we are taking time to tell our co-workers thank you this month, I wish I had time to write a note to every single one of you! Things at Best are working because of YOU!! Because of your persistence and grit implementing systems (Kickboard) and structures (SIOP strategies, STOIC strategies), we are making great gains. Remember, these things are ultimately for our students and their success. Keep up the great work. The quote below says it perfectly.

Have a great weekend!

Renee

I have been roaming around in the mornings "catching" students participating in morning movement and awarding Kickboard dollars! I have to say I have been disappointed entering a few classrooms where not one single student is moving. BUT.....today I hit the jackpot! Watch the video below to see Mr. Arellano's class up and at it! I know the example he is setting with his students by getting up and moving himself makes all the difference for his students. What is important to you is important to your students! Thank you, Mr. Arellano for making movement a priority in your classroom!

Saturday, November 5 9:00-12:00 Alief Proud Event at Crump Stadium parking lot

Saturday, November 5 C.A.M.P. Aggie field trip to the zoo

Monday, November 7 4:00 Grades due in ESP

Tuesday, November 8 Election Day (we are a voting location--Ms. Gay's music classes will combine with Ms. Turpin on the stage today)

Tuesday, November 8 Library Night

Wednesday, November 9 3:45 Mentor/New Teacher Meeting

Wednesday, November 9 3rd Grade Social Studies DCA

Thursday, November 10 Progress Reports go Home

Thursday, November 10 8:50 Oskar and the Bully Battle Program Grades 2-4

BIG shout out to Jane Garness and LaDreka Vaughn for an outstanding job with our computer replacement cycle!! This is a big task but they are taking it one day at a time! When they come to replace computers in your room, be sure to tell them thank you!