Joy

Joy. A word, a feeling, a condition of the heart. Joy is defined as the emotion of great delight or happiness caused by something exceptionally good or satisfying. Many times in our profession, it is easy to allow someone or some circumstance to steal your joy. Do not allow this to happen. Protect your heart and soul against those negative forces and negative people. Remember, as the reminder above suggests, that joy attracts joy. Approach each day knowing you get to do what you were born to do. Feel comfort in the fact that you are making a difference in the lives of our students. Be confident in your abilities and choose your battles wisely. Work together as a team; seeking joy above the trials and tribulations you are sure to encounter. This continuous pursuit of joy should lighten the load and stir within us a need to love on those students and staff around us. Can you recite for me our school's mission statement? If not, no need to worry. Let our mission be seen in our daily interactions, in our work habits, and in our pursuits. Let joy guide you today and always. Choose joy. 

We are back at it after several weeks of no blog...

Thanks to Chris Justus from WYFF4 for visiting our 4th graders to kick off our PBL about severe weather. Our students were so excited to hear him speak and he obviously has a passion for his job and bringing joy to others. 

Speaking of the 4th grade PBL, students were challenged to "crack the code" using text features. 4th grade teachers set up the PD Room like a crime scene and allowed students to work together in a challenging environment. Our students were certainly filled with joy while they were learning. That's not always easily achieved. 

5th grade students continue their PBL research and interviews. It was great to see them using the Chrome Books and collaborating as they worked on their PBL information. Again, our students were joyful while be challenged and engaged. Teacher planning and hard work pays off! 

Have you ordered your coffee as part of our Powdersville Perk program? Ms. Marino's class prepared and delivers coffee every Friday as a means to practice real life skills and learning. if you want a warm cup of coffee on Fridays and a whole lot of joy, order from these special students!

Fundraiser:

Our major fundraiser for the year is happening now. Teachers, you will ultimately determine the success of this event. Make sure you are talking this up with your class each day. Send home reminders and encouragement to engage parents. Our PTSO supports us in a variety of ways so it is important for us to be "all in" during fundraiser events. Thank you for your help with this! Don't forget that there are some teacher incentives as well:

"YOU CAN WIN PRIZES TOO!!! If your classroom has 10 or more students participate in the fundraiser you will receive a 30oz. COLOR RHINO TUMBLER! If your classroom has 20 students participate (or 100% of your class if you have less than 20 students) in the fundraiser you will receive a $100 VISA GIFT CARD AND a 30oz. COLOR RHINO TUMBLER! As soon as your students have sold 1 item, have them write their name on the Lego Poster! (only 1 time)."

Read2Succeed Data Meetings:

We will be having a data day on Tuesday, November 7th. Please make sure that you sign up in PD Express. The title of the session is "Data Day at PVES" and make sure to sign up for your grade level. It is a 2 hour session to create action plans with our data. If your time overlaps your lunch then please bring your lunch with you. Snacks will be provided. Please bring the following with you to the data day: Ipad/Laptop (to access MAP data), Reading Strategies book, and Literacy Playbook. Please feel free to email me if you have any questions. Have a great weekend.

Third Grade- 8:00-10:00

Fourth Grade- 10:15-12:15

Fifth Grade- 12:30-2:30

LivePD:

Our next LivePD session is scheduled for Wednesday, November 8th. We will continue with our OLWEUS Bullying Prevention Program training. Please refer to the session information sheet for additional details. We will wrap up training next Wednesday and kick off the program after Christmas. Stay tuned for some exciting LivePD opportunities in the near future! 

EAFK Joust:

Our EAFK Joust is scheduled for Wednesday, November 8th from 12:30-1:15 P.M. All grades will participate. This is a "kick off" style event for our EAFK character education program involving knights, horses, and much more. On Wednesday, all classes will eat in the classroom. We will deliver bagged lunches to your classrooms on this day beginning at 11:00 A.M. with 3rd grade and working our way down the hallway as quickly as possible. This will enable us to get lunch taken care of in time to call grade levels outside beginning at 12:15 P.M. The joust will take place on the upper field between PVMS and PVES. Teachers - you are asked to notify your parents that your class will be operating on a revised lunch schedule so as not to plan to eat lunch with students at school on this day. Additionally, please send a roster to the cafeteria staff highlighting the names of students who will be purchasing a bagged lunch. 

PVES Art Show:

Our annual Art Show will be held on Thursday, November 9th from 5-7 P.M. in our MP Room. Your students will have a framed piece of art work displayed for purchase. Light refreshments will be available. Please make sure your parents are aware of this event (use email and SeeSaw). Additionally, teachers are invited to attend and support Mrs. Nix! Any teacher attending can wear blue jeans on Friday. Simply see Mrs. Tollison or Mr. Moore during the event!

Moore's Musings:

Veteran's Day will be recognized on Friday, November 10th. This is  a special day in which we recognize and honor those who served in our military. It is important to note that Memorial Day is the day in which we honor those gave their lives for our country. Our students must know the sacrifices of those who serve and defend our great nation. Therefore, on Friday morning during the very beginning of PRIDE Time, please plan to spend a few minutes to engaging students regarding Veteran's Day using the video below:

Mark Your Calendar (MYC):

• DreamBox Challenge continues this week
• Fundraiser continues this week
• Rotary Club delivers dictionaries to 3rd grade - 11/6
• R2S Data Meetings - 11/7
• Papa John's Dollars for Dough - 11/7 & 11/8 
• Progress Report Folders Sent Home - 11/8
• Live PD - 11/8 at 3:15 P.M.
• PVES Art Show from 5-7 P.M. - 11/9
• Veteran's Day - 11/10

Video of the Week: Go Find Your Joy