The High AIMS Update October 2023

Dear High AIMS Community,

As the leaves change and autumn begins to settle in, we're thrilled to bring you the first edition of the High AIMS Update. This month's newsletter has exciting updates, valuable insights, and important events to share. Let's dive right in!

We kick off this month's newsletter with a focus on teamwork and leadership. Patrick Lencioni's "6 Geniuses" framework provides invaluable insights into enhancing collaboration within your school community. Explore how these geniuses can transform your teams and lead to better outcomes for students and staff.

1. Curiosity: The Spark of Innovation

Innovation begins with curiosity. It's the driving force behind every great idea. Embrace your inner explorer this month and ask questions that challenge the status quo. Whether you're a student, teacher, or administrator, curiosity can unlock new possibilities.

2. Empathy: Building Stronger Connections

Empathy is the cornerstone of strong relationships. Walk in someone else's shoes to understand their perspective better. It's a superpower that can transform the way you communicate and collaborate with others.

3. Resilience: Navigating Life's Challenges

Resilience isn't just about bouncing back; it's about bouncing forward. Life throws curveballs, but your ability to adapt and persevere defines your success. Use setbacks as stepping stones to greater achievements.

4. Creativity: Unleash Your Imagination

Creativity is the key to solving complex problems. Whether you're designing a new curriculum, planning a project, or just brainstorming ideas, let your imagination run wild. Creativity is where innovation takes root.

5. Adaptability: Embrace Change with Open Arms

Change is the only constant. Being adaptable means being open to new ideas and approaches. High AIMS is a dynamic community, and adaptability is your compass in this ever-evolving educational landscape.

6. Critical Thinking: Sharpening Your Decision-Making Skills

Critical thinking is your toolkit for making informed choices. Analyze, evaluate, and solve problems with precision. Encourage critical thinking in your students, and watch them flourish.

High AIMS is delighted to extend a warm welcome to all our cohort facilitators. Your dedication to our mission of educational excellence is truly commendable. We look forward to your continued leadership and your positive impact on our educators and students.

High AIMS Leadership Cohorts will begin meeting in October. The Cohorts are an opportunity for educators to come together to strengthen and support each other, i.e., principals, assistant principals, instructional coaches, and school counselors, by learning from each other’s experiences, sharing and gaining knowledge about best practices, collaborating, and hearing others’ authentic approaches to solving challenging situations, and deepening learning of practical strategies that sustain school improvement. Since cohorts are designed for you to receive professional learning and to engage in collaborative discussions on best practices, each cohort group needs a volunteer to lead or facilitate the cohort. Some cohorts have established leaders, while others still need a lead person. At the first cohort meeting, we will discuss a framework to support the group to help you learn, innovate, collaborate, and grow. Here is a link to the upcoming cohort meeting dates, times, and locations. The spreadsheet was also emailed to you on Tuesday, October 10.

High AIMS is excited to invite all parents and community members to a special event featuring renowned education expert Bill Daggett. Save the date for an engaging and informative evening where we will discuss the future of education and how we can all play a role in shaping it. Stay tuned for more details! Click the link to access the flyer.

Mark your calendars for an exciting upcoming event! High AIMS is hosting an Artificial Intelligence (AI) extravaganza on November 1st, Harnessing the Power of AI in Education. This event will showcase the latest developments in AI and its applications in education. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of learning.

AASA School Administrator's October publication focuses on artificial intelligence, specifically ethical considerations for using AI and practical uses of AI in a school system.

Click this link to read the digital publication:

Using AI education technology has several clear benefits for students and educators. This article focuses on ways artificial intelligence technology can be used in the classroom and lists how students and teachers benefit. Click the link to learn more.

We hope you find this month's High AIMS Update informative and inspiring. As always, we encourage you to stay connected with us through our social media channels, website, and email newsletters. Your involvement in our educational community is what makes High AIMS truly exceptional.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another month of learning, growth, and collaboration!