We Have Evolved!

"Learning is not attained by chance, it must sought for with ardor and diligence."

-Abigail Adams

This was sent to my staff:

Was it just me on Friday? Did you see it, hear it, and feel it? Let me take a step back. During the symposium this summer, our conversation revolved around getting a handle on troubled spots throughout the building. It took us roughly a day to hammer this out. Remember?

No one mentioned celebrations for our school, hall of fames, spirt week, Dragon clubs, or grade level incentives. We focused on the universals and the overall school-wide system.

On Friday, the conversation totally changed! I am wondering if you noticed it? We did not focus on the universals; instead, we discussed ways to celebrate the success we are experiencing.

We have evolved! In our PBIS culture, we have progressed together! This is BIG for us!

Do not get me wrong, we have a lot of work to do with our universals. 

However, Friday’s data tells me, we are evolving! As I have stated before, “progress” is one of the most amazing journeys. The beauty is, sometimes, when it takes place, you do not realize it is happening. 

Before I sign off, remember, never arrive on auto pilot in this profession. Our kids will most certainly lose. We (everyone, me included) will continue to push our learning against our personal learning curve. Simply, when we grow, our kids grow! 

-Rodney S. Lewis, Ed.D.