What I LOVE about our TEACHERS!

• They arrive early or stay late!  
• They smile and laugh a lot!
• They encourage each other on tough days or during difficult seasons of life!  
• They often forgive and move on!    
• They embrace their necessary duties beyond the classroom!
• They get to know their students in and out of school!
• They keep our students physically and emotionally safe!  
• They extensively plan, first with each student in mind, then each standard!
• They understand the value of teamwork and enjoy being/working together!
• They manage their weaknesses and build on their strengths!
• They are flexible! 
• They value, emphasize, and integrate literacy instruction!
• They keep the focus on student engagement and learning!
• They innovate and differentiate by embracing and integrating technology!
• They are extremely innovative and patient in dealing with students struggling academically or behaviorally!
• They keep parents informed, recognizing the value of their engagement and support! 
• They prioritize their roles as a spouse, parent, or caregiver!
• They appreciate the resources our school, district, PTO, and community offer!  
• They hold themselves accountable! 
• They often offer a solution when presenting a problem or concern!
• They hold me accountable! 
• They try to remember each day what it was like to be a student!
• They make me proud!